As of May, 2024, a 1988-D Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $5.00 and $5,500.00, 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 $1,495.00 in the 11/06/2007 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: 2.50 grams
Mintage: 5,253,740,443
Mint: Denver
Metal: Copper-plated Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1988-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-695,500.00
MS-68+650.00
MS-68300.00
MS-67+45.00
MS-6736.00
MS-66+20.00
MS-6616.00
MS-65+12.00
MS-6510.00
MS-64+8.00
MS-647.00
MS-63+5.00
MS-635.00

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 State5.005,500.00508.77

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 1988 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1988 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A5.006.00
1988-S Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A1.0064.00
1988 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.007,500.00

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.

1988-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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$10.00

Lowest Sale Price
$86.00

Highest Sale Price
$26.91

Average Sale Price
$15.00

Most Recent Sale Price
22

Number of Sales
$592.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6823.001,495.00314.88
MS-6710.0086.0026.91
MS-666.0016.0011.13
MS-65+7.0010.008.00
MS-6412.0012.0012.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1988-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $1,495.00.

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 1988-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1988-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 63.64% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 21.82% / 10.91% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1988-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-68NGCHeritage Auctions73.0004/30/2023
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0006/09/2021
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions114.0006/19/2019
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions156.0006/06/2018
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers120.0005/23/2018
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC350.0005/14/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions141.0007/11/2017
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions182.1303/07/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions329.0002/04/2016
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions65.0001/18/2015
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions16.0001/04/2015
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2509/04/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0003/09/2014
MS-68ANACSGreat Collections23.0012/22/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections8.0012/08/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0010/06/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections7.0006/09/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions529.0006/05/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections20.0004/07/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0003/24/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections30.0008/19/2012
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions127.0005/30/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections6.0002/26/2012
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections7.0002/26/2012
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections10.0002/12/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections15.0012/18/2011
MS-68PCGSBowers & Merena575.0006/17/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0005/13/2009
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC49.0005/11/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0004/15/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0004/01/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions86.0003/09/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions86.0002/01/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0002/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0012/04/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/29/2008
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0009/18/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/01/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0009/01/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions13.0002/20/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0011/06/2007
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC32.0009/13/2007
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC32.0004/02/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0012/04/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions10.0012/04/2006
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions12.0009/20/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions184.0007/11/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0001/09/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC8.0012/05/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0007/07/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions7.0008/27/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0007/30/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0006/18/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0005/07/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0006/09/2002