As of May, 2024, a 2002 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $6.00 and $175.00, 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 $489.00 in the 02/23/2005 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: 3,260,800,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper-plated Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

2002 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-69175.00
MS-68+50.00
MS-6832.00
MS-67+22.00
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 State6.00175.0028.92

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 2002 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
2002-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.00140.00
2002-S Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A1.0054.00

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.

2002 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

$9.00

Lowest Sale Price
$108.00

Highest Sale Price
$22.58

Average Sale Price
$20.00

Most Recent Sale Price
53

Number of Sales
$1,197.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6962.00489.00156.39
MS-689.00108.0022.58
MS-676.0018.0014.13

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 2002 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-67 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $489.00.

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 2002 Penny, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 2002 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 81.44% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 10.31% / 7.22% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 2002 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 Auctions186.0004/30/2023
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0009/15/2021
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions97.0008/29/2021
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC20.0003/08/2020
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions156.0006/19/2019
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions132.0010/17/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0006/27/2018
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions129.2506/27/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions114.0001/31/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions211.5001/10/2017
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC25.0005/22/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7501/31/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0005/19/2015
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions141.0001/18/2015
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections154.0010/19/2014
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions123.3806/09/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections10.0003/09/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections10.0011/24/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections99.0006/16/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions76.0006/10/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections12.0006/09/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections14.0003/24/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections23.0002/10/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections6.0008/12/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0007/23/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections187.0004/15/2012
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections16.0002/19/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0001/09/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0010/14/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions62.0010/13/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0007/18/2011
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC265.0008/12/2010
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0007/29/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0007/08/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0005/13/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0004/15/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0004/01/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0002/23/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0012/04/2008
MS-69PCGSBowers & Merena190.0011/01/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0009/29/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0009/29/2008
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC18.0009/22/2008
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC23.0008/11/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0008/11/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0003/24/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0010/03/2007
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0012/04/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0001/09/2006
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC13.0009/05/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0007/27/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0005/04/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0002/23/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0012/22/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0012/22/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0012/08/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0012/08/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0012/08/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0011/17/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0011/14/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions101.0011/08/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0011/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0011/03/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0011/03/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0011/03/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0010/13/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0010/13/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0010/13/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions9.0010/13/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0009/22/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions121.0008/23/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions108.0008/23/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0008/11/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0008/11/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0007/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0002/18/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0001/28/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0001/21/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0001/21/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0001/21/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0001/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0001/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0012/31/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0012/31/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0012/24/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0012/24/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0012/17/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0012/17/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0012/17/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0012/10/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0012/10/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0012/10/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0011/19/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions121.0009/01/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0008/06/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0005/28/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0001/22/2003