As of May, 2024, a 1926 Penny, RB in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $18.00 and $165.00, 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 $2,300.00 in the 01/08/2003 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: 157,088,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1909-1958

1926 Penny, Rb (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-66165.00
MS-65+110.00
MS-6590.00
MS-64+75.00
MS-6465.00
MS-63+50.00
MS-6340.00
MS-62+30.00
MS-6226.00
MS-6122.00
MS-6018.00

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 State18.00165.0062.82

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 1926 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1926 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.0014.0018.0090.00
1926-D Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.0082.0085.00725.00
1926-S Penny, BN (Regular Strike)8.00190.00235.002,400.00
1926 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A22.003,500.00
1926-D Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A90.002,650.00
1926-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A150.0035,000.00
1926-S Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A410.0014,000.00
1926-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A550.00120,000.00

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.

1926 Penny, Rb (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

$0.50

Lowest Sale Price
$2,300.00

Highest Sale Price
$125.79

Average Sale Price
$55.00

Most Recent Sale Price
26

Number of Sales
$3,270.50

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6754.0054.0054.00
MS-6674.0074.0074.00
MS-65+38.0081.0059.00
MS-6590.00190.00140.00
MS-640.502,300.00125.79
MS-6313.00460.0059.75

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1926 Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-63 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-64 having the highest max price $2,300.00.

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 1926 Penny, RB (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1926 Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 60.78% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 21.57% / 15.69% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1926 Penny, RB (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-63PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0004/30/2023
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC55.0007/03/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0004/20/2022
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC190.0001/16/2022
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC90.0001/02/2022
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC45.0002/02/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0004/12/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0003/17/2015
MS-63ANACSGreat Collections23.0012/28/2014
MS-63PCGSGreat Collections22.0111/02/2014
MS-64NGCGreat Collections25.0006/01/2014
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections45.0005/04/2014
MS-63PCGSGreat Collections15.0012/15/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections66.0012/15/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions38.0003/04/2013
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections37.0012/23/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections29.0010/28/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections31.0009/30/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections20.0009/02/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions32.0008/20/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections25.0005/06/2012
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions59.0004/23/2012
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0001/30/2012
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0012/26/2011
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions66.0010/24/2011
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions74.0010/10/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions30.0010/04/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions25.0010/04/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0007/15/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions35.0007/15/2009
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC21.0006/11/2009
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions64.0003/11/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions81.0001/12/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0009/08/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0006/25/2008
MS-64SEGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0011/08/2007
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC16.0006/25/2007
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions54.0003/21/2007
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions25.0001/30/2006
MS-63PCIDavid Lawrence RC13.0008/08/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0006/29/2005
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions230.0005/09/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions64.0009/08/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions38.0009/01/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0007/21/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0011/05/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0005/21/2003
MS-64NONEHeritage Auctions2,300.0001/08/2003
MS-63NONEHeritage Auctions460.0010/03/2001
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions18.0006/20/2001
MS-64NONEB. Max Mehl0.5006/01/1941