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The 1972 doubled die obverse Lincoln cent is one of the most popular Lincoln Memorial cent varieties. About 10 different types of 1972 doubled die Lincoln cents are known, though the rarest example of this major variety is a Type 1. Doubling can be seen with the naked eye in the date, motto IN GOD WE TRUST, and inscription LIBERTY. While a few thousand examples may exist, it's very scarce in MS67 and exceedingly rare in higher grades.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned on the right side.
Reverse Description
Lincoln memorial building centered with words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA on top and bottom periphery. E PLURIBUS UNUM centered above the top of the memorial.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2233
Designer:
Victor Brenner (obverse); Frank Gasparro (reverse)
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1972
Reverse Designer:
Frank Gasparro
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Doubled Die Obverse
Coin Date:
1972
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
2,933,255,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1959-1982
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc
PCGS #:
2950
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Coin Value History
1972 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RD
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1972 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$3,750 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $3,250 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS64 Red NGC. CDN: $450 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 75,000. ...
$492
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS65 Red PCGS. CDN: $690 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 75,000. ...
$793
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS66 Red PCGS. CDN: $1,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 75,000. ...
$1,140
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS67 Red PCGS....
$2,640
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS63 Red CACG. Mintage 75,000. ...
$408
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, -- Cleaned -- ANACS. AU55 Details. Mintage 75,000. ...
$216
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS62 Red ANACS. FS-101, Die 1. NGC Census: (10/1178). PCGS Population (2/2578). Mintage: 75,000...
$322
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse PCGS Genuine. The PCGS number ending in .97 suggests Environmental Damage as the reason, or per...
$161
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, Die 1 Red--Cleaned--ANACS. MS60 Details. FS-101. NGC Census: (0/1112). PCGS Population (0/241...
$322
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS64 Red PCGS. CDN: $450 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 75,000....
$456
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, MS65 Red NGC. Formerly FS-033.53. CDN: $690 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 75,000. ...
$630
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS66 Red PCGS. CDN: $1,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 75,000....
$960
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS67 Red PCGS....
$4,800
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse FS-104 MS63 Red PCGS. (FS-033.54). PCGS Population: (4/8). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage 2,933,22...
$1,800
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS62 Red ANACS. FS-033.3. Die 1. NGC Census: (9/1149). PCGS Population (2/2517). Mintage: 75,0...
$299
1972/72 1C Doubled Die Obverse--Cleaned--ANACS. MS60 Details. FS-101, Die-1. NGC Census: (0/1032). PCGS Population (0/2278)...
$356
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS64 Red PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. CDN: $450 Whsle. Bid fo...
$480
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS65 Red PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CDN: $690 Whsle. Bid for...
$722
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-103, MS66 Red NGC. Not the Guide Book variety (FS-101)....
$240
1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (3/0). Mintage 75,000....
$2,640
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Worth: $1 – $12
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Worth: $1 – $16
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Worth: $2 – $2,500
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Worth: $1 – $10
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