As of May, 2024, a 1989-S Penny, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $1.00 and $50.00, 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 $1,380.00 in the 09/17/2002 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: 3,220,194
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: Copper-plated Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1989-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-7050.00
MS-6914.00
MS-68+8.00
MS-687.00
MS-67+6.00
MS-676.00
MS-66+5.00
MS-665.00
MS-65+4.00
MS-654.00
MS-64+3.00
MS-643.00
MS-63+2.00
MS-632.00
MS-62+1.00
MS-621.00
MS-611.00
MS-601.00

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 State1.0050.006.83

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 1989 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1989-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.0010,000.00
1989 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.003,250.00

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.

1989-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
$184.00

Highest Sale Price
$29.38

Average Sale Price
$140.00

Most Recent Sale Price
90

Number of Sales
$2,644.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7026.001,380.00234.42
MS-697.00184.0029.38
MS-687.0022.2514.08
PO-110.00290.00130.67

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1989-S Penny, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-70 having the highest max price $1,380.00.

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 1989-S Penny, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1989-S Penny, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 67.15% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 16.06% / 13.87% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1989-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-70PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0012/15/2021
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0011/24/2021
MS-70PCGSDavid Lawrence RC175.0010/03/2021
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC140.0006/06/2021
MS-70PCGSDavid Lawrence RC70.0001/26/2020
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0004/21/2019
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions62.0001/31/2016
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions62.0001/10/2016
MS-70PCGSDavid Lawrence RC95.0004/12/2015
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections46.0212/07/2014
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC25.0008/24/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections22.2508/03/2014
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0006/09/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections9.0005/25/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections7.0005/04/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections10.0003/16/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections8.0003/02/2014
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0009/16/2013
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0008/05/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections21.0007/14/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections7.0005/19/2013
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions78.0005/06/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections88.0004/14/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections10.0002/24/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections83.0001/06/2013
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions106.0010/01/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections17.0009/30/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections118.0009/02/2012
PO-1PCGSStack's Bowers92.0008/14/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections165.0008/12/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections110.0006/24/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections15.0005/20/2012
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0004/18/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0004/16/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0003/23/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0003/19/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0003/19/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0003/12/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0003/05/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0002/27/2012
MS-69NGCGreat Collections13.0010/23/2011
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections165.0010/16/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0010/10/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections25.0010/09/2011
MS-69NGCGreat Collections7.0010/09/2011
PO-1NONEGreat Collections10.0009/11/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections7.0005/15/2011
MS-70PCGSStack's Bowers230.0003/31/2011
PO-1PCGSStack's290.0011/10/2010
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions150.0012/07/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0008/19/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0008/12/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0008/12/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0008/05/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0008/05/2009
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0007/31/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0007/29/2009
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0007/01/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0005/13/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0004/29/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0004/22/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0004/22/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0002/01/2009
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0001/26/2009
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions109.0001/12/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0012/01/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0009/01/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0007/02/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0004/02/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0002/25/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0002/18/2008
MS-70PCGSBowers & Merena529.0008/04/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0007/23/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions59.0005/16/2007
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0004/23/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0002/05/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0012/04/2006
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC7.0011/06/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions72.0010/11/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0009/11/2006
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0007/11/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0007/05/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0007/03/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0004/24/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0003/29/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0003/22/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0003/15/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0003/08/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0012/12/2005
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions173.0012/07/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC8.0011/28/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0009/26/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0009/01/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0008/29/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0008/22/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions219.0007/04/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0001/26/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0012/29/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0012/22/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC10.0012/13/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0012/08/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0011/15/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC9.0011/08/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC12.0011/01/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0006/30/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0006/30/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0005/12/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions604.0005/05/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0001/21/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions37.0012/10/2003
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0007/26/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions8.0006/18/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions9.0006/18/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions8.0006/11/2003
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions26.0006/04/2003
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions776.0002/01/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0001/22/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0001/01/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0001/01/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0011/19/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0009/24/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0009/17/2002
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions37.0009/17/2002
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0009/17/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0009/10/2002
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions1,006.0007/28/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions10.0006/04/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0004/03/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0012/26/2001
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions66.0011/18/2001
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions27.0007/25/2001
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions29.0004/26/2001
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions14.0001/04/2001
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions10.0011/30/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0008/24/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0004/12/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0003/22/2000