As of May, 2024, a 1931 Penny, RB in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $24.00 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 $969.38 in the 08/27/2020 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: 19,396,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1909-1958

1931 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-671,000.00
MS-66+350.00
MS-66215.00
MS-65+120.00
MS-6585.00
MS-64+70.00
MS-6460.00
MS-63+50.00
MS-6342.00
MS-62+30.00
MS-6228.00
MS-6126.00
MS-6024.00

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 State24.001,000.00161.54

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 1931 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1931-D Penny, BN (Regular Strike)5.0067.0070.00850.00
1931-S Penny, BN (Regular Strike)70.00170.00175.001,000.00
1931 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.0020.0022.0075.00
1931 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A30.0011,500.00
1931-D Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A75.001,500.00
1931-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A100.0050,000.00
1931-S Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A200.001,100.00
1931-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A210.0011,500.00

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.

1931 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

$35.00

Lowest Sale Price
$575.00

Highest Sale Price
$99.57

Average Sale Price
$61.00

Most Recent Sale Price
18

Number of Sales
$1,792.25

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67969.38969.38969.38
MS-6659.00246.00147.18
MS-65+35.00575.0099.57
MS-6547.0090.0068.50
MS-6426.0065.0039.44
MS-6316.0047.0028.83
MS-6221.0021.0021.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1931 Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $969.38.

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 1931 Penny, RB (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1931 Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 60.78% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections with 17.65% / 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 1931 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-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC90.0012/25/2022
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC45.0004/03/2022
MS-67PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions969.3808/27/2020
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers47.0009/05/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions61.0008/16/2016
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions129.2503/15/2016
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections33.0010/19/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0010/06/2014
MS-64NGCGreat Collections41.0005/11/2014
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions58.0003/03/2014
MS-63ANACSGreat Collections30.0003/02/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions176.2501/20/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections61.0012/08/2013
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions42.0009/09/2013
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions68.0007/01/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0003/25/2013
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers65.0002/22/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections35.0012/09/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections83.0011/04/2012
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions74.0010/08/2012
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections72.0008/05/2012
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions28.0006/18/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections33.0006/10/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions56.0005/14/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0001/23/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions30.0001/09/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0005/16/2011
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions84.0009/27/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions28.0007/12/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0006/21/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0003/01/2010
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC44.0002/18/2010
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC155.0008/10/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions76.0007/29/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions65.0007/15/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions138.0005/01/2009
MS-64ICGHeritage Auctions31.0003/23/2009
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC127.0002/05/2009
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC173.0010/20/2008
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions51.0009/29/2008
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions57.0007/07/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions246.0005/28/2008
MS-63ANACSDavid Lawrence RC47.0003/06/2008
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions21.0007/16/2007
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC32.0006/25/2007
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC46.0002/14/2005
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions16.0008/27/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0006/04/2003
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions59.0006/18/2002
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions26.0010/17/2001
MS-65+NONEHeritage Auctions575.0010/03/2001