As of May, 2024, a 2001 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $6.00 and $265.00, 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 $1,553.00 in the 05/28/2008 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: 4,959,600,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper-plated Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

2001 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-69265.00
MS-68+85.00
MS-6855.00
MS-67+26.00
MS-6720.00
MS-66+14.00
MS-6614.00
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 State6.00265.0040.62

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 2001 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
2001-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.00385.00
2001-S Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A1.0042.00

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.

2001 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

$8.00

Lowest Sale Price
$1,553.00

Highest Sale Price
$73.26

Average Sale Price
$59.00

Most Recent Sale Price
34

Number of Sales
$2,491.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69141.00707.00410.83
MS-688.001,553.0073.26
MS-676.0018.0011.40
MS-6612.0086.0042.00
MS-65+11.00345.00122.25
MS-6415.0094.0048.13
MS-6394.00138.00116.00
MS-6258.0058.0058.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 2001 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $1,553.00.

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 2001 Penny, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 2001 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 75.71% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 11.43% / 10.00% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 2001 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-69PCGSHeritage Auctions156.0006/19/2019
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5003/14/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions211.5001/31/2017
MS-69PCGSStack's Bowers141.0003/30/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions329.0001/31/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions59.0001/03/2016
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions74.0011/06/2014
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions59.0011/06/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections21.0003/16/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections25.0011/10/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections25.0011/03/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections22.0009/15/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions499.0006/05/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections6.0003/24/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions441.0001/09/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections30.0012/16/2012
MS-63ANACSGreat Collections94.0006/03/2012
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections41.0002/19/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0001/09/2012
MS-69PCGSBowers & Merena690.0006/17/2010
MS-67ANACSDavid Lawrence RC13.0004/19/2010
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions94.0012/03/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0005/13/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0004/01/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions707.0012/04/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/29/2008
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC18.0009/11/2008
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC28.0008/11/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,553.0005/28/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions49.0003/17/2008
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions15.0012/19/2007
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions25.0007/16/2007
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions45.0001/09/2007
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions345.0001/09/2007
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0001/09/2007
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions29.0012/05/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0012/04/2006
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions86.0006/06/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0001/01/2006
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC69.0012/26/2005
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC8.0012/19/2005
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC12.0006/13/2005
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC35.0005/02/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions519.0005/01/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0011/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions8.0010/13/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0010/06/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions48.0009/09/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions36.0009/09/2004
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions58.0009/09/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0008/11/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0007/21/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0007/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0001/28/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0001/21/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0001/21/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0001/21/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0001/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0012/31/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0012/24/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0012/24/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions38.0011/19/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0009/01/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0008/06/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0006/11/2003
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions53.0005/05/2003
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions69.0005/05/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0001/22/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions41.0001/22/2003
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions138.0002/01/2002