As of May, 2024, a 1913 Penny, BN in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $400.00 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 $4,817.50 in the 05/18/2017 by renowned auctioneer Legend Rare Coin Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 2,848
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1909-1958

1913 Penny, Bn (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-675,500.00
MS-66+2,750.00
MS-661,450.00
MS-65+1,150.00
MS-651,000.00
MS-64+800.00
MS-64675.00
MS-63+575.00
MS-63525.00
MS-62+500.00
MS-62485.00
MS-61425.00
MS-60400.00

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 State400.005,500.001,248.85

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 1913 Lincoln Cent (Wheat Reverse). 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1913 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.0040.0042.00500.00
1913-D Penny, BN (Regular Strike)2.00145.00150.001,200.00
1913-S Penny, BN (Regular Strike)12.00210.00235.007,500.00
1913 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A65.00775.00
1913 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A90.0047,500.00
1913-D Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A160.001,200.00
1913-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A165.0018,500.00
1913-S Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A250.007,500.00
1913-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A250.0026,500.00
1913 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A410.0014,000.00
1913 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A425.0090,000.00

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.

1913 Penny, Bn (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

$460.00

Lowest Sale Price
$1,560.00

Highest Sale Price
$903.35

Average Sale Price
$870.00

Most Recent Sale Price
17

Number of Sales
$15,357.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-674,320.004,817.504,568.75
MS-66+2,160.002,160.002,160.00
MS-66604.002,530.001,532.94
MS-65460.001,560.00903.35
MS-64170.00690.00426.28
MS-63130.00575.00413.55
MS-62345.00403.00374.00
MS-60207.00432.00316.20
AU-50276.00276.00276.00
PO-1460.00460.00460.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1913 Penny, BN (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $4,817.50.

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 1913 Penny, BN (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1913 Penny, BN (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 72.22% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Bowers & Merena with 12.50% / 4.17% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1913 Penny, BN (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-64PCGSHeritage Auctions624.0006/30/2021
MS-60PCGSStack's Bowers336.0003/31/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions870.0012/02/2020
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers810.0011/18/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions516.0010/14/2020
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0009/16/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions810.0005/20/2020
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers1,020.0003/25/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,560.0001/12/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions780.0001/12/2020
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions468.0012/11/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions810.0010/24/2019
MS-66+PCGSStack's Bowers2,160.0005/29/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions420.0004/17/2019
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers840.0003/20/2019
MS-63ANACSKagin's450.0009/24/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions960.0008/19/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,170.0004/29/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,200.0001/03/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions4,320.0012/07/2017
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,173.7510/26/2017
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,527.5005/18/2017
MS-67PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,817.5005/18/2017
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers2,232.5003/29/2017
MS-63ANACSStack's Bowers446.5011/02/2016
PO-1NGCScotsman460.0010/14/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0008/10/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,586.2508/10/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions446.5002/04/2016
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions493.5010/28/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2511/06/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions998.7507/10/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,645.0001/08/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions441.0006/05/2013
MS-64NGCGoldberg Auctioneers552.0005/31/2012
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions403.0002/02/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0002/02/2012
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions232.0002/02/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0012/08/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0009/07/2011
MS-60ANACSStack's Bowers374.0008/13/2011
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers1,265.0003/31/2011
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions345.0002/03/2011
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions489.0001/05/2011
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions575.0010/27/2010
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions403.0009/22/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions546.0009/22/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions518.0009/22/2010
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0004/28/2010
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0007/31/2009
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions431.0007/31/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,530.0004/01/2009
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena1,725.0001/01/2009
MS-66NGCStack's1,610.0007/27/2008
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers661.0002/13/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions546.0006/05/2007
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions489.0005/15/2007
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena1,208.0005/01/2007
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0006/06/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions414.0006/06/2006
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions276.0006/06/2006
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions207.0012/13/2004
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions259.0008/23/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0008/23/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions236.0005/10/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions242.0003/20/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0001/08/2003
MS-63ICGHeritage Auctions130.0003/22/2001
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0001/06/2001
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions604.0010/01/2000
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions170.0006/08/2000
MS-65NONEBowers & Merena715.0005/20/1996