Price Guide for 1960 Cent Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1960 Cent variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.

1960-D Penny Large Date, RD (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $10.00
    Uncirculated: $6.00 - $8,050.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $9.95 - $210.00
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $20,000.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $8.00 - $475.00
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1960 Penny Large Date, RD (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 - $3,819.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $7.74
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $690.90
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4.00 - $8,750.00
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1960-D Penny Small Date, RD (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $407.00
    Uncirculated: $6.00 - $3,525.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $1,749.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4.00 - $4,000.00
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1960 Penny Small Date, BN (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $3.00
    Uncirculated: $5.74 - $60.00
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1960 Penny Small Date, RD (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 - $4,600.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $1.25 - $498.95
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $3.00 - $10,500.00
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1960-D/D Penny Small/Large Date, RD (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $17.00 - $4,025.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $49.99 - $600.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $75.00 - $1,375.00
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1960 Penny Large/Small Date, RD (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $300.00 - $480.00
    Uncirculated: $55.00 - $7,475.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $104.49 - $811.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $30.00 - $8,500.00
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1960 Penny Large Date, RD (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 - $2,884.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $14.07 - $35.00
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $1,495.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $5.00 - $150.00
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1960-D Penny Large Date, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $8.51 - $2,990.00
    Uncirculated: $1,380.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $3.25 - $27.00
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $385.00
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1960 Penny Small Date, RD (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $8.00 - $633.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $10.50 - $219.50
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $1,450.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $6.00 - $625.00
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1960-D/D Penny DDO FS-101 Sm/Lg Date, RD (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $65.00
    Uncirculated: $74.00 - $1,380.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $79.99 - $2,939.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $90.00 - $575.00
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1960 Penny TDO FS-103, RD (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $108.10 - $525.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $86.02 - $1,399.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $100.00 - $400.00
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1960 Penny DDO FS-102 Sm/Lg Date, RD (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $109.00 - $2,291.25
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $159.06 - $1,614.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $42.00 - $2,650.00
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1960 Penny DDO FS-102 Sm/Lg Date, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $432.00 - $1,920.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $100.00 - $2,500.00
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1960 Penny DDO FS-101 Lg/Sm Date, RD (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $158.63 - $1,175.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $160.00 - $375.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $50.00 - $1,400.00
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1960 Penny DDO FS-101 Lg/Sm Date, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $480.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $50.00 - $2,550.00
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1960 Penny Large Date, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $247.00 - $575.00
    Uncirculated: $240.00 - $431.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $1.25 - $11.67
    Uncirculated: $6.95 - $199.99
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1960 Penny Large Date, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $10.00 - $37.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $149.99
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1960 Penny Small Date, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $7.00 - $11.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $4.02 - $300.00
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1960-D Penny Large Date, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 - $253.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $4.95 - $85.00
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1960-D Penny Small Date, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $15.00 - $1,006.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $9.99 - $10.00
    Uncirculated: $4.85 - $175.00
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1960-D Penny Small Date, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 - $322.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $1.25 - $14.00
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1960 Penny Small Date (Proof)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $95.00
    Uncirculated: $2.25 - $479.99
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1960-D/D Penny DDO FS-101 Sm/Lg Date, BN (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $31.00 - $75.00
    Uncirculated: $90.00 - $165.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $2.00 - $44.00
    Uncirculated: $54.00 - $160.00
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1960-D/D Penny DDO FS-101 Sm/Lg Date (FS-025.5), RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $37.00 - $264.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $100.00 - $158.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $70.00 - $425.00
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1960 Penny Small/Large Date, RD (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $150.00 - $4,800.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $77.00 - $3,250.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $50.00 - $4,150.00
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1960-D/D Penny Small/Large Date, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $33.00 - $57.00
    Uncirculated: $51.00 - $253.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $90.00
    Uncirculated: $35.66 - $99.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $2.00 - $26.00
    Uncirculated: $34.00 - $135.00
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1960-D/D Penny Small/Large Date, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $46.00 - $138.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $24.50 - $150.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $50.00 - $400.00
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1960 Penny Large Date, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $7.00 - $1,725.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $300.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $7.00 - $2,100.00
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1960 Penny Small Date, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $23.00 - $4,080.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $18.49 - $742.49
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $8.00 - $160.00
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1960 Penny Large Date, DCAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $32.06 - $4,370.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $18.50 - $749.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $8.00 - $2,600.00
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1960 Penny Small Date, DCAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $1,293.00
    Uncirculated: $42.00 - $5,188.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $90.99 - $1,060.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $12.00 - $1,350.00
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1960 Penny Large/Small Date, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,177.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $35.00 - $2,500.00
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1960 Penny Small/Large Date, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $350.00 - $1,823.55
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $350.00 - $577.11
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $50.00 - $2,500.00
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1960 Penny DDR FS-801, BN (Proof)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $18.24 - $150.00
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1960 Penny Large Date, DDR FS-801, RD (Proof)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $170.00 - $450.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $60.00 - $700.00
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1960-D/D Penny Large Date RPM FS-502, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $69.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $48.00
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1960-D/D Penny Large Date RPM FS-502, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $70.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $32.00 - $77.00
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1960-D/D Penny Large Date RPM FS-502, RD (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $59.00 - $85.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $14.46 - $204.05
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $40.00 - $110.00
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Design and Specifications of the 1960 Cent

The 1960 Lincoln Cent marked the first year of the new Lincoln Memorial reverse design, replacing the Wheat Ears reverse that had been in use since 1909. This change coincided with the 150th anniversary of Lincoln's birth and represented a significant shift in American coinage design.

The new reverse, featuring the Lincoln Memorial, was created by Frank Gasparro and would remain on the cent until 2008. This transition made the 1960 cent a notable year for collectors, symbolizing the evolution of one of America's most iconic coins.

Weight 3.11 grams
Diameter 19.05 mm
Mint Marks D, S (Philadelphia cents had no mint mark)
Composition 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc
Obverse Design Abraham Lincoln portrait, designed by Victor David Brenner
Reverse Design Lincoln Memorial, designed by Frank Gasparro

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of 1960 Lincoln Cents significantly impacts their value. While circulated examples are generally worth only face value, uncirculated coins can command premiums, especially in higher grades.

Mint State specimens with full original luster and minimal contact marks are highly sought after. Coins graded MS65 and above can be valuable, with MS67 and MS68 examples being quite rare and commanding substantial premiums.

For proof coins, the cameo contrast between the frosted design elements and mirrored fields is an important factor, with Deep Cameo examples being particularly desirable.

Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)

Mintage: 586,190,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: Small Date and Large Date varieties

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade examples and varieties

Denver (D)

Mintage: 1,498,634,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: Small Date and Large Date varieties

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade examples and varieties

San Francisco (S)

Mintage: 1,696,208,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: Small Date and Large Date varieties

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade examples and varieties

Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)

Mintage: 1,691,602

Rarity Scale: Common for proofs

Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR67, scarce in PR68 and above

Varieties Errors: Small Date and Large Date varieties

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for perfect examples

Date size varieties play a crucial role in the value of 1960 cents. Both Small Date and Large Date varieties exist for all mint locations, including proofs. The Small Date varieties are generally scarcer and more valuable, especially for the Philadelphia mint.

Strike quality is particularly important for the new Lincoln Memorial reverse. Well-struck coins with sharp details on the memorial columns and statue are more desirable.

Color and toning can also affect value. Coins with original red color (designated RD) are more valuable than those with brown (BN) or red-brown (RB) color. Attractive, natural toning can also enhance a coin's appeal and value.

Lastly, any significant error coins, such as off-center strikes or die cracks, can command substantial premiums, especially if dramatic and well-preserved.

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