As of May, 2024, a 1918 Penny, BN in circulated condition is worth between $1.00 and $32.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $34.00 and $325.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Fine and Very Fine grade that was hammered at $2,070.00 in the 01/01/2009 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 288,104,634
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1909-1958

1918 Penny, Bn (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-66325.00
MS-65+265.00
MS-65240.00
MS-64+115.00
MS-6480.00
MS-63+62.00
MS-6355.00
MS-62+46.00
MS-6242.00
MS-6137.00
MS-6034.00
AU-58+32.00
AU-5832.00
AU-55+26.00
AU-5524.00
AU-53+18.00
AU-5316.00
AU-50+14.00
AU-5014.00
XF-45+10.00
XF-458.00
XF-406.00
VF-355.00
VF-304.00
VF-252.00
VF-202.00
F-151.00
F-121.00
VG-101.00
VG-81.00
G-61.00
G-41.00

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 State34.00325.00118.27
About Uncirculated14.0032.0022.00
Extremely Fine6.0010.008.00
Fine and Very Fine1.005.002.50
Good and Very Good1.001.001.00

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 1918 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1918-D Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.00100.00110.00575.00
1918-S Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.0085.00110.003,400.00
1918-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A225.0033,000.00
1918 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A35.00360.00
1918 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A50.0067,000.00
1918-D Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A125.005,750.00
1918-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A175.0095,000.00
1918-S Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A130.005,250.00

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.

1918 Penny, Bn (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

$37.00

Lowest Sale Price
$169.00

Highest Sale Price
$68.14

Average Sale Price
$169.00

Most Recent Sale Price
11

Number of Sales
$749.55

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-65+198.00198.00198.00
MS-65180.00240.00220.00
MS-6437.00169.0068.14
MS-6325.0050.0035.50
MS-6214.0038.0026.67
MS-600.4054.0025.68
AU-5811.00259.0080.40
AU-556.0048.0018.60
AU-5310.0010.0010.00
AU-5014.0042.0028.00
F-151,668.002,070.001,869.00
F-1221.0021.0021.00
G-615.0015.0015.00
PO-111.0015.5413.51

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1918 Penny, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-65+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with F-15 having the highest max price $2,070.00.

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 1918 Penny, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1918 Penny, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 50.94% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 24.53% / 16.98% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1918 Penny, BN (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-65PCGSStack's Bowers240.0008/10/2023
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers240.0008/10/2023
AU-50ANACSDavid Lawrence RC14.0012/25/2022
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions169.0010/31/2022
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC90.0007/03/2022
AU-53PCGSDavid Lawrence RC10.0001/26/2020
MS-60NGCDavid Lawrence RC10.0006/09/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions180.0001/23/2018
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC40.0003/15/2015
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC35.0003/01/2015
AU-55PCGSGreat Collections19.0012/14/2014
MS-62PCGSGreat Collections28.0012/07/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections50.5511/16/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0010/06/2014
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC50.0008/31/2014
PO-1NGCGreat Collections15.5407/20/2014
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections198.0006/01/2014
G-6PCGSGreat Collections15.0005/04/2014
MS-62PCGSGreat Collections14.0003/30/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0003/03/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0012/23/2013
AU-55PCGSGreat Collections13.0011/03/2013
PO-1PCGSGreat Collections11.0010/06/2013
PO-1PCGSGreat Collections14.0009/22/2013
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions44.0007/22/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0007/22/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0012/17/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0009/10/2012
MS-63PCGSGreat Collections25.0005/06/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections37.0003/25/2012
MS-63PCGSGreat Collections35.0002/26/2012
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions38.0006/20/2011
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions36.0003/17/2011
F-12ANACSHeritage Auctions21.0012/06/2010
AU-58PCGSDavid Lawrence RC30.0001/15/2009
F-15ANACSHeritage Auctions2,070.0001/01/2009
MS-64DGSDavid Lawrence RC40.0012/11/2008
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0009/15/2008
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions69.0011/14/2007
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions33.0010/24/2006
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions42.0006/06/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions51.0001/30/2006
AU-55ANACSHeritage Auctions48.0006/19/2005
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions39.0001/05/2005
F-15ANACSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,668.0008/15/2004
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions54.0005/10/2004
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions25.0002/04/2004
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0002/04/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0002/01/2003
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions259.0001/08/2003
AU-55PCIHeritage Auctions6.0011/02/2000
AU-55PCIHeritage Auctions7.0008/31/2000
MS-60NONEB. Max Mehl0.4006/01/1941