As of May, 2024, a 1981-S Penny Type 2, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $10.00 and $7,500.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $863.00 in the 01/31/2004 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 3,857,479
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1981-S Penny Type 2, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-707,500.00
MS-69175.00
MS-68+90.00
MS-6860.00
MS-67+54.00
MS-6750.00
MS-66+38.00
MS-6632.00
MS-65+28.00
MS-6526.00
MS-64+20.00
MS-6418.00
MS-63+15.00
MS-6315.00
MS-62+14.00
MS-6214.00
MS-6112.00
MS-6010.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State10.007,500.00453.94

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1981 Lincoln Cent (Modern). We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1981-S Penny Type 1, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A4.002,500.00
1981 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4.005,000.00
1981-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.005,250.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1981-S Penny Type 2, Dcam (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$22.00
Lowest Sale Price
$863.00
Highest Sale Price
$265.86
Average Sale Price
$150.00
Most Recent Sale Price
86
Number of Sales
$22,863.65
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6922.00863.00265.86
MS-6829.00431.0099.98
MS-6712.0081.0030.45
MS-666.00311.0060.29
MS-6515.0060.0037.50
PO-1375.00375.00375.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1981-S Penny Type 2, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $863.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1981-S Penny Type 2, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1981-S Penny Type 2, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 76.98% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 9.35% / 8.63% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1981-S Penny Type 2, DCAM (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC30.0011/27/2022
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC50.0004/24/2022
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC150.0002/13/2022
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions114.0002/02/2022
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions129.0011/24/2021
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions117.6008/29/2021
MS-69PCGSStack's Bowers110.0003/25/2020
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC30.0003/22/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions51.0003/06/2019
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions51.0003/06/2019
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions51.0003/06/2019
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions99.0001/23/2019
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0009/19/2018
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0012/27/2016
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC81.0004/03/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions46.0001/31/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions129.2501/10/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0006/21/2015
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions62.0001/18/2015
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions76.0011/02/2014
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions115.1506/16/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections32.3605/25/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections20.0005/04/2014
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0004/07/2014
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions105.7503/31/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections199.1003/30/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections99.8603/02/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections15.0003/02/2014
MS-69PCGSStack's Bowers546.3802/11/2014
MS-69PCGSStack's Bowers546.3801/28/2014
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7501/20/2014
MS-69PCGSStack's Bowers546.3801/14/2014
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions101.0501/06/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections30.0012/22/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections30.0012/22/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions103.0011/04/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections25.0011/03/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections6.0010/06/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections110.0010/06/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections6.0010/06/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions123.0009/30/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions135.0008/19/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions135.0008/12/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions194.0008/05/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions170.0007/22/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions147.0007/15/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections32.0006/16/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions159.0005/06/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions165.0003/21/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions179.0002/18/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions212.0002/07/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0001/09/2013
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions118.0001/09/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions259.0011/29/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions176.0011/29/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions188.0010/18/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions176.0009/17/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions188.0009/10/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0004/18/2012
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC316.0011/21/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections336.0011/06/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0009/05/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0008/29/2011
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions219.0008/11/2011
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions127.0007/08/2010
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions265.0009/11/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions56.0009/09/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions219.0009/02/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions18.0008/19/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions49.0005/13/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0004/22/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0004/22/2009
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions265.0002/01/2009
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions299.0012/24/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0010/06/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0010/01/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0009/01/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions49.0008/27/2008
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions33.0008/06/2008
PO-1PCGSBowers & Merena375.0007/26/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions345.0006/26/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions299.0004/23/2008
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC86.0004/03/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0004/02/2008
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC69.0002/25/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0002/06/2008
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC633.0002/04/2008
MS-69PCGSBowers & Merena575.0008/04/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0005/16/2007
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC87.0003/19/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions31.0002/21/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0010/24/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0010/24/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions47.0010/18/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions53.0008/30/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions231.0005/21/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0005/17/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions431.0005/10/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions276.0005/03/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions230.0004/26/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions403.0004/23/2006
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions219.0012/19/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC22.0009/12/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0009/01/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0009/01/2005
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC92.0006/20/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions253.0006/02/2005
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers311.0002/23/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0002/16/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0001/26/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions33.0001/05/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions30.0012/22/2004
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0011/24/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions391.0011/08/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions431.0011/04/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions506.0009/09/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0005/26/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0005/26/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0001/31/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions127.0001/07/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions587.0011/07/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions529.0008/06/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions472.0007/26/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0007/16/2003
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions17.0007/02/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions41.0006/11/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions357.0005/01/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions719.0003/03/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions719.0001/08/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions213.0011/25/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions391.0011/21/2002
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions12.0009/17/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions236.0009/17/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions178.0007/28/2002
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions18.0004/17/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions87.0004/03/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions45.0011/30/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions130.0008/24/2000
MS-65ANACSHeritage Auctions60.0004/18/2000

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Last Updated on May 15, 2024 at 01:30 AM

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