As of May, 2024, a 1936 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, Type 1, BN in circulated condition is worth between $50.00 and $540.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $625.00 and $4,000.00, 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 $2,875.00 in the 05/30/2012 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: 309,632,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1909-1958

1936 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, Type 1, 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-654,000.00
MS-64+3,200.00
MS-643,000.00
MS-63+2,250.00
MS-631,900.00
MS-62+1,000.00
MS-62900.00
MS-61850.00
MS-60625.00
AU-58+540.00
AU-58500.00
AU-55+465.00
AU-55450.00
AU-53+435.00
AU-53425.00
AU-50+385.00
AU-50360.00
XF-45+290.00
XF-45260.00
XF-40215.00
VF-35160.00
VF-30140.00
VF-25135.00
VF-20125.00
F-15115.00
F-12110.00
VG-1080.00
VG-870.00
G-660.00
G-450.00

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 State625.004,000.001,969.44
About Uncirculated360.00540.00445.00
Extremely Fine215.00290.00255.00
Fine and Very Fine110.00160.00130.83
Good and Very Good50.0080.0065.00

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 1936 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1936 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)2.004.002.0050.00
1936 Penny Satin, BN (Proof)160.00175.00215.002,850.00
1936 Penny Brilliant, BN (Proof)N/AN/A200.001,150.00
1936 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A7.0030,000.00
1936 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, Type 1, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A650.006,000.00
1936 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, Type 1, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,000.0045,000.00
1936-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A7.0015,000.00
1936-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8.005,750.00
1936 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A5.00100.00
1936 Penny Satin, RB (Proof)N/AN/A275.007,000.00
1936 Penny Satin, RD (Proof)N/AN/A325.0022,500.00
1936 Penny Brilliant, RB (Proof)N/AN/A225.001,900.00
1936 Penny Brilliant, RD (Proof)N/AN/A250.0023,500.00
1936 Penny Brilliant, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,900.0050,000.00
1936 Penny DDO FS-101, BN (Regular Strike)70.00550.00625.004,000.00
1936 Penny DDO FS-101, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2,850.006,100.00
1936 Penny DDO FS-101, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4,850.0045,150.00

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.

1936 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, Type 1, 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

$48.00

Lowest Sale Price
$255.00

Highest Sale Price
$169.75

Average Sale Price
$152.75

Most Recent Sale Price
9

Number of Sales
$1,527.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-631,361.112,875.001,965.22
MS-62646.25646.25646.25
MS-60575.00575.00575.00
AU-50158.63258.50208.57
XF-45+105.00105.00105.00
XF-45129.25446.00246.71
XF-4048.00255.00169.75
VF-35141.00180.00155.00
VF-3076.0080.0078.00
VF-2094.0094.0094.00
F-1289.00127.00108.00
PO-1357.50357.50357.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1936 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, Type 1, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-63. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-63 having the highest max price $2,875.00.

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 1936 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, Type 1, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1936 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, Type 1, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 74.29% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 14.29% / 5.71% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1936 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, Type 1, 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-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC1,361.1101/29/2023
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions180.0011/11/2020
XF-45+PCGSStack's Bowers105.0010/16/2019
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0009/03/2016
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions188.0003/29/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0008/16/2015
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7506/07/2015
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions129.2505/19/2015
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions1,880.0001/07/2015
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7501/04/2015
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions80.0011/16/2014
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions48.0011/02/2014
VF-30ANACSHeritage Auctions76.0011/02/2014
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2508/05/2014
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions158.6305/19/2014
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions258.5004/23/2014
XF-40NGCGreat Collections48.0003/09/2014
PO-1PCGSGreat Collections357.5012/29/2013
VF-35PCGSGreat Collections141.0006/16/2013
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions223.0010/18/2012
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0007/12/2012
VF-20ANACSGreat Collections94.0006/10/2012
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions2,875.0005/30/2012
XF-40NGCGreat Collections237.0007/10/2011
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions446.0001/05/2011
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0009/22/2010
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0003/24/2010
F-12PCGSDavid Lawrence RC127.0012/03/2009
MS-60ANACSStack's575.0003/01/2007
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0004/26/2006
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions255.0003/27/2005
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0002/28/2005
VF-35ANACSHeritage Auctions144.0011/08/2004
XF-45ANACSHeritage Auctions155.0009/13/2004
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions196.0006/07/2004