As of May, 2024, a 1985-D Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $6.00 and $2,500.00, 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 $5,635.00 in the 06/17/2010 by renowned auctioneer Bowers & Merena, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 2.50 grams
Mintage: 5,287,399,926
Mint: Denver
Metal: Copper-plated Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1985-D Penny, Rd (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-692,500.00
MS-68+425.00
MS-6865.00
MS-67+45.00
MS-6735.00
MS-66+22.00
MS-6620.00
MS-65+12.00
MS-6510.00
MS-64+8.00
MS-647.00
MS-63+6.00
MS-636.00

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 State6.002,500.00243.15

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 1985 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1985-S Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A1.00200.00
1985 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.0015,500.00

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.

1985-D Penny, Rd (Regular Strike) – 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
$11.00
Lowest Sale Price
$265.00
Highest Sale Price
$64.83
Average Sale Price
$38.00
Most Recent Sale Price
38
Number of Sales
$2,463.50
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69840.005,635.002,659.22
MS-68+204.00204.00204.00
MS-6811.00265.0064.83
MS-677.0081.0025.11
MS-66+6.006.006.00
MS-666.0017.0011.40
MS-65+9.009.009.00
MS-6460.5064.9062.70

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1985-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $5,635.00.

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 1985-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1985-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 53.57% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 23.81% / 16.67% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1985-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike) 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-69NGCHeritage Auctions840.0004/30/2023
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions2,040.0002/12/2023
MS-69PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,468.7510/08/2020
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0511/03/2019
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC38.0004/21/2019
MS-69PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,467.5001/27/2019
MS-68+PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0006/06/2018
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC80.0006/03/2018
MS-69PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,702.5005/17/2018
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC95.0004/30/2018
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions3,120.0004/29/2018
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0006/14/2015
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections20.0012/07/2014
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections60.5009/28/2014
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections64.9009/28/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections25.0008/17/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections25.0008/10/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections25.0006/08/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections13.0006/01/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0002/23/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections60.5002/23/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections25.0002/16/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections12.0012/08/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0011/03/2013
MS-66+PCGSGreat Collections6.0007/21/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0006/09/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections40.0011/04/2012
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections40.0010/07/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections7.0008/12/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections25.0006/24/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections10.0002/12/2012
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections9.0002/12/2012
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC54.0002/02/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0001/09/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0010/14/2011
MS-69PCGSBowers & Merena5,635.0006/17/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0008/19/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions36.0007/22/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0005/13/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0004/22/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/01/2009
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC127.0003/26/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions98.0012/04/2008
MS-69PCGSBowers & Merena3,000.0011/01/2008
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC37.0010/02/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0010/01/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0009/29/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0009/29/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions57.0009/24/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0009/10/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0009/08/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0009/03/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0008/25/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0008/11/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0003/31/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions81.0003/17/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions39.0002/20/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0012/10/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC9.0003/05/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0002/19/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0001/15/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0012/04/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0012/04/2006
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC41.0011/06/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0001/09/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0012/07/2005
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0012/05/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0007/27/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0007/13/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0005/01/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0003/23/2005
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC35.0001/03/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0012/22/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions52.0012/13/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC52.0011/01/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC35.0009/20/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0008/23/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0007/28/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0007/21/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0007/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions132.0012/24/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0008/06/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions178.0007/30/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions265.0011/25/2002

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

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