As of May, 2024, a 1956 Penny, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $11.00 and $900.00, 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 $1,840.00 in the 01/01/2006 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: 669,384
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1909-1958

1956 Penny, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-68900.00
MS-67+300.00
MS-67125.00
MS-66+90.00
MS-6660.00
MS-65+46.00
MS-6542.00
MS-64+30.00
MS-6426.00
MS-63+22.00
MS-6320.00
MS-62+15.00
MS-6214.00
MS-6112.00
MS-6011.00

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 State11.00900.00114.20

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 1956 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1956 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A10.00165.00
1956 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3.0058,000.00
1956-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3.001,700.00
1956-D/D Penny RPM FS-508, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A40.001,650.00
1956-D/D Penny RPM FS-501, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A30.001,500.00
1956 Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A25.005,500.00

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.

1956 Penny, Cam (Proof) – 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:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$42.00
Lowest Sale Price
$374.00
Highest Sale Price
$118.58
Average Sale Price
$94.00
Most Recent Sale Price
44
Number of Sales
$5,217.53
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69518.00978.00779.14
MS-6892.001,840.00435.73
MS-6742.00374.00118.58
MS-6618.36132.0047.16

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1956 Penny, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-66 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $1,840.00.

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 1956 Penny, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1956 Penny, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 74.77% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 15.89% / 5.61% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1956 Penny, CAM (Proof) 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-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0007/05/2023
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions119.0004/30/2023
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions228.0011/02/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions288.0011/24/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0010/13/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0009/01/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions90.0008/11/2021
MS-68NGCStack's Bowers228.0006/16/2021
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions336.0003/17/2021
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC140.0011/22/2020
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC410.0010/04/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions186.0004/08/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0002/13/2019
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions360.0001/23/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions132.0009/19/2018
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC375.0004/16/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0001/09/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0005/16/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7502/07/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,116.2510/31/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions822.5002/04/2016
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC140.0012/27/2015
MS-68NGCStack's Bowers411.2511/05/2015
MS-66NGCGreat Collections50.0011/02/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0011/02/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0011/02/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions94.0010/20/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions544.0307/10/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions528.7507/10/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections45.0006/01/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections49.0304/06/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7503/03/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections55.0002/09/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections18.3601/19/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections23.0011/17/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections55.0011/10/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections226.0011/10/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections55.0005/05/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections85.0003/31/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections99.0003/24/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections99.0003/24/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions118.0001/21/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions940.0001/09/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0007/12/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections25.0005/27/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections28.0003/25/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections55.0002/05/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0002/02/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections149.0010/23/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections99.0010/16/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0008/11/2011
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions518.0004/27/2011
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions978.0001/05/2011
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC138.0011/11/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0006/02/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions604.0004/28/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0009/11/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0007/31/2009
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC132.0005/21/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0005/13/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions115.0002/02/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0002/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0001/01/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions42.0012/03/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions42.0011/10/2008
MS-69NGCBowers & Merena805.0011/01/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions45.0010/20/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions127.0009/01/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions184.0008/27/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions48.0008/27/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions59.0007/30/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0007/30/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0006/26/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions64.0005/14/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions75.0004/23/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0002/27/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0001/30/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions81.0001/21/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions31.0012/10/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions161.0011/28/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions116.0010/01/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions92.0008/20/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions104.0008/20/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions150.0008/15/2007
MS-68PCGSBowers & Merena920.0008/04/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions161.0005/15/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions863.0005/15/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions863.0005/01/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions81.0002/19/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions81.0001/09/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions138.0009/19/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0009/13/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0006/07/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0001/01/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions161.0011/07/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions173.0004/13/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions221.0001/30/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions52.0010/13/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions564.0001/07/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions93.0010/15/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0005/05/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions506.0002/01/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions87.0001/13/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions863.0001/08/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0011/21/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions529.0009/17/2002
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions53.0004/10/2002

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Last Updated on May 15, 2024 at 01:30 AM

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