As of May, 2024, a 1982-S Penny, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $4.00 and $2,450.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Poor, Fair, and About Good grade that was hammered at $7,050.00 in the 11/08/2013 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 3,279,126
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1982-S Penny, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-702,450.00
MS-6917.00
MS-68+13.00
MS-6812.00
MS-67+12.00
MS-6712.00
MS-66+11.00
MS-6611.00
MS-65+11.00
MS-6511.00
MS-64+10.00
MS-6410.00
MS-63+6.00
MS-636.00
MS-62+6.00
MS-626.00
MS-615.00
MS-604.00

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 State4.002,450.00145.17

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 1982 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1982 Penny Bronze Large Date, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.001.00
1982 Penny Brz LD DDO FS-101 (034.5), BN (Regular Strike)2.0032.0042.0075.00
1982 Penny Bronze LD DDO FS-101, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A55.00115.00
1982 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.00450.00
1982 Penny Bronze LD DDO FS-101, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A70.00900.00
1982-D Penny Zinc Large Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.00400.00
1982 Penny Bronze Large Date, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4.0075.00
1982-D Penny Bronze, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.00625.00
1982 Penny Bronze Large Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.001,600.00
1982-D Penny Zinc Small Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8.00425.00
1982 Penny Bronze Small Date, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A10.00400.00
1982 Penny Zinc Large Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.008,500.00
1982 Penny Bronze Small Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.004,350.00
1982 Penny Zinc Small Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3.0016,000.00

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.

1982-S Penny, 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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$7.00

Lowest Sale Price
$98.00

Highest Sale Price
$24.76

Average Sale Price
$33.99

Most Recent Sale Price
78

Number of Sales
$1,931.49

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7026.003,450.001,389.70
MS-697.0098.0024.76
MS-6813.0021.0018.33
MS-6712.0014.0013.00
MS-669.009.009.00
PO-114.007,050.003,121.33

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1982-S Penny, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with PO-1 having the highest max price $7,050.00.

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 1982-S Penny, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1982-S Penny, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 60.38% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 20.75% / 16.98% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1982-S Penny, 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-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC33.9901/09/2022
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions930.0012/11/2019
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC46.5009/01/2019
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions504.0006/12/2019
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions660.0006/12/2019
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2504/04/2017
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections9.0005/25/2014
PO-1PCGSStack's Bowers7,050.0011/08/2013
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0006/05/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections26.0004/21/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0004/14/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections15.0002/24/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0010/21/2012
PO-1PCGSStack's Bowers2,300.0008/04/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0007/01/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections9.0006/10/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0004/01/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0003/11/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0003/04/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0002/26/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections26.0002/19/2012
PO-1PCGSGreat Collections14.0002/12/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections25.0011/06/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0010/30/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0010/23/2011
MS-69NGCGreat Collections15.0010/23/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0010/14/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0010/09/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0009/30/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0009/18/2011
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC59.0008/04/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0005/22/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections22.0005/01/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0004/03/2011
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC13.0008/02/2010
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions138.0009/16/2009
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0007/01/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0005/13/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0005/06/2009
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC21.0003/23/2009
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC21.0003/05/2009
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC16.0003/05/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0002/01/2009
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions461.0012/29/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0012/24/2008
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC18.0011/27/2008
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC25.0011/24/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions31.0008/27/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0004/21/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0004/02/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions49.0003/19/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0002/25/2008
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC21.0001/24/2008
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0010/09/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC22.0009/11/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0006/07/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0006/05/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC22.0005/22/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC22.0004/24/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0010/02/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0009/01/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0008/29/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0007/27/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC21.0007/25/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0007/18/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0010/31/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0005/26/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions7.0005/26/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions3,450.0003/25/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0003/25/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0001/21/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions2,013.0001/07/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions27.0001/07/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0011/12/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/03/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions98.0008/06/2003
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions1,208.0007/26/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions16.0006/25/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0006/18/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0006/11/2003
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions26.0006/04/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0001/22/2003
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0001/08/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0011/21/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0011/19/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0011/19/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions21.0010/08/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0009/24/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0009/17/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0009/10/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions13.0007/28/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions31.0006/04/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0004/03/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0001/16/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0012/26/2001
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0010/31/2001
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0007/25/2001
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions40.0004/26/2001
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions14.0001/04/2001
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions17.0012/14/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions13.0011/30/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions20.0011/16/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions19.0011/09/2000
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions36.0008/24/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0004/12/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0003/22/2000