As of May, 2024, a 1929-S Penny, RB in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $35.00 and $1,000.00, 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 $414.00 in the 04/02/2012 by renowned auctioneer David Lawrence RC, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 50,148,000
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1909-1958

1929-S 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-661,000.00
MS-65+340.00
MS-65200.00
MS-64+115.00
MS-6485.00
MS-63+70.00
MS-6360.00
MS-62+48.00
MS-6245.00
MS-6138.00
MS-6035.00

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 State35.001,000.00185.09

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 1929 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1929 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.0011.0015.00100.00
1929-D Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.0026.0028.00400.00
1929-S Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.0028.0030.00550.00
1929-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A50.0065,000.00
1929 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A16.00260.00
1929 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A22.005,500.00
1929-D Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A35.00500.00
1929-S/S Penny RPM FS-501, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A185.0027,500.00
1929-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A40.009,500.00

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.

1929-S 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

$0.25

Lowest Sale Price
$352.50

Highest Sale Price
$61.25

Average Sale Price
$65.00

Most Recent Sale Price
27

Number of Sales
$1,653.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-66106.00414.00301.33
MS-65+26.00374.00147.03
MS-65111.00230.00152.02
MS-640.25352.5061.25
MS-6315.0057.0032.29
MS-6213.0030.0022.40
MS-6111.0011.0011.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1929-S Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-61 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $414.00.

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 1929-S Penny, RB (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1929-S Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 70.00% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections 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 1929-S 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-65ANACSHeritage Auctions154.0004/30/2023
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions384.0004/26/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions65.0001/18/2023
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions149.0006/29/2022
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers156.0011/10/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions149.0011/03/2021
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers168.0008/31/2021
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions114.0004/14/2021
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions145.2012/30/2020
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions144.0012/23/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions111.0001/08/2020
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC46.0010/20/2019
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers55.0011/01/2018
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions114.0007/04/2017
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions164.5006/27/2017
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions176.2504/04/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions59.0012/06/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions176.2509/25/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions120.0008/23/2016
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions199.7507/27/2016
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions129.2505/24/2016
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC230.0003/27/2016
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC70.0003/01/2015
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections36.0012/21/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5011/02/2014
MS-63ANACSGreat Collections29.0003/02/2014
MS-62PCGSGreat Collections30.0002/02/2014
MS-63ANACSDavid Lawrence RC57.0001/19/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections45.0012/08/2013
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions30.0004/01/2013
MS-64NGCGreat Collections45.0003/03/2013
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions90.0011/29/2012
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers352.5011/16/2012
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions35.0011/05/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0010/01/2012
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers81.0005/31/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections46.0005/27/2012
MS-62PCGSGreat Collections23.0005/06/2012
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC414.0004/02/2012
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions36.0001/16/2012
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions36.0001/16/2012
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0007/04/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0005/09/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0010/25/2010
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions25.0004/26/2010
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC71.0008/10/2009
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC70.0007/06/2009
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions99.0006/24/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions81.0004/15/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions64.0004/01/2009
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions39.0010/01/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0008/04/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0010/15/2007
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions109.0010/15/2007
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC230.0006/04/2007
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions35.0001/30/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions75.0011/23/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0004/06/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0004/06/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions106.0005/10/2004
MS-64ICGHeritage Auctions16.0006/04/2003
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions37.0004/17/2002
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions13.0004/17/2002
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions74.0012/12/2001
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions16.0008/15/2001
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions26.0008/15/2001
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions38.0009/14/2000
MS-61ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0009/07/2000
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions15.0006/07/2000
MS-64NONEB. Max Mehl0.2506/01/1941