As of May, 2024, a 1991-D Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $6.00 and $8,500.00, 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 $11,400.00 in the 02/27/2022 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: 4,158,442,076
Mint: Denver
Metal: Copper-plated Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1991-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-698,500.00
MS-68+400.00
MS-68125.00
MS-67+34.00
MS-6728.00
MS-66+22.00
MS-6618.00
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 State6.008,500.00705.85

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 1991 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1991-S Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A1.0060.00
1991 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.0011,000.00

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.

1991-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

$24.00

Lowest Sale Price
$270.00

Highest Sale Price
$76.14

Average Sale Price
$80.73

Most Recent Sale Price
35

Number of Sales
$2,665.03

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69720.0011,400.005,841.67
MS-6824.00270.0076.14
MS-677.00115.0023.27
MS-6610.0016.0012.60
MS-65+7.007.007.00
MS-6423.0023.0023.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1991-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 $11,400.00.

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 1991-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1991-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 64.18% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections with 17.91% / 14.93% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1991-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 Auctions720.0004/30/2023
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC80.7301/29/2023
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0009/07/2022
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11,400.0002/27/2022
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0003/08/2020
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC65.0006/03/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0002/15/2015
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0001/18/2015
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0001/18/2015
MS-67NGCGreat Collections15.0008/03/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections10.0007/06/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0006/16/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections80.3005/25/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections7.0004/20/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections9.0003/16/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0001/12/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0012/22/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0007/15/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections10.0007/14/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions135.0006/10/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0004/14/2013
MS-67ANACSGreat Collections7.0011/20/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0007/18/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0010/04/2010
MS-69PCGSBowers & Merena5,405.0006/17/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0012/03/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions31.0005/20/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0005/13/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0004/15/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0004/01/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0012/04/2008
MS-68PCGSBowers & Merena100.0011/01/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0010/01/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0009/29/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0008/11/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0003/17/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions35.0002/18/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions52.0012/05/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0010/08/2007
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC25.0008/06/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0012/06/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0012/04/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions25.0011/15/2006
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions23.0010/02/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0007/17/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0006/26/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0001/09/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0007/27/2005
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC8.0001/03/2005
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC12.0012/20/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0012/13/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC20.0011/15/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC21.0011/08/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0011/03/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC29.0011/01/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0007/21/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0007/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions46.0005/05/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0012/24/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0008/06/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0007/30/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0004/02/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions270.0001/22/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0009/24/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions24.0003/13/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0002/20/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions30.0001/15/2002