As of May, 2024, a 1944-D/S Penny, RB in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $325.00 and $1,100.00, 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 $900.00 in the 03/21/2018 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 430,578,000
Mint: Denver
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1909-1958

1944-D/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-651,100.00
MS-64+700.00
MS-64625.00
MS-63+500.00
MS-63450.00
MS-62+415.00
MS-62400.00
MS-61350.00
MS-60325.00

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 State325.001,100.00540.56

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 1944 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1944-D/S Penny, BN (Regular Strike)45.00285.00300.00850.00
1944-D/S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A400.0057,500.00
1944-D/D Penny RPM FS-507, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A250.001,150.00
1944-D/S Penny OMM FS-511 Weak, RD (Regular Strike)1.001.00175.005,000.00
1944-D/D Penny RPM FS-502, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A45.001,050.00
1944-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3.001,000.00
1944 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4.0013,000.00
1944-D Penny OMM FS-512, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A180.0010,000.00
1944-D/S Penny OMM FS-511, BN (Regular Strike)60.00310.00325.00875.00
1944-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.009,500.00
1944-D/S Penny OMM FS-511, RB (Regular Strike)1.001.00350.001,150.00
1944-D/S Penny OMM FS-511, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A425.0058,000.00

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.

1944-D/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

$376.00

Lowest Sale Price
$552.00

Highest Sale Price
$458.34

Average Sale Price
$376.00

Most Recent Sale Price
17

Number of Sales
$7,791.74

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-65+633.00748.00690.50
MS-65900.00900.00900.00
MS-64376.00552.00458.34
MS-63242.00575.00392.52
MS-62173.00460.00301.72
MS-61173.00230.00188.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1944-D/S Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-61 to MS-65+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65 having the highest max price $900.00.

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 1944-D/S Penny, RB (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1944-D/S Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 71.11% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections with 15.56% / 4.44% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1944-D/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-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC376.0001/15/2023
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC430.0008/07/2022
MS-62PCGSDavid Lawrence RC305.0007/24/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions900.0004/28/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions456.0012/26/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions552.0012/19/2018
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers900.0003/21/2018
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5007/12/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions381.8810/26/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions419.4810/08/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions381.8810/08/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions470.0009/04/2014
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions258.5009/01/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections440.0006/08/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections440.0003/23/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions540.5001/06/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions441.0012/05/2013
MS-63PCGSScotsman546.2507/26/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions441.0006/05/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions478.0011/29/2012
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions176.0008/02/2012
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC518.0001/25/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0001/06/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0006/26/2008
MS-65+PCGSBowers & Merena748.0002/28/2008
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions575.0001/01/2007
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions299.0008/22/2006
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0005/01/2006
MS-61ANACSHeritage Auctions173.0010/16/2005
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions489.0009/26/2005
MS-62NGCDavid Lawrence RC460.0007/11/2005
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC443.0006/27/2005
MS-61ANACSHeritage Auctions173.0006/06/2005
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions357.0002/28/2005
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0002/28/2005
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions175.0001/17/2005
MS-63NGCDavid Lawrence RC460.0011/28/2004
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions173.0011/04/2004
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers518.0009/07/2004
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions414.0001/07/2004
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions368.0005/21/2003
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions242.0007/27/2002
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions215.0004/19/2001
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions300.0003/22/2001
MS-61ANACSHeritage Auctions230.0001/08/2000