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While coin collectors were happy to see new regular-issue proof coinage for the first time since 1916, many didn't like the satin proofs that debuted earlier in 1936. This numismatic outcry led the US Mint to strike brilliant proofs with mirror-like finishes. These more brilliant proofs became extremely popular and were struck in much larger numbers than their satin-finish counterparts. While 1936 proofs are scarcer than the proof coinage that came later on, these 1930s proofs are much more common than the matte proofs that were struck from 1909 through 1936.
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
Wheat ears flanking the words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on the top perimeter.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2502
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1936
Reverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Brilliant Finish
Coin Date:
1936
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
5,569
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3335
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Coin Value History
1936 1c Brilliant Finish PR RD
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1936 1c Brilliant Finish PR RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$14,500 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $12,000 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR65 Red NGC. NGC Census: 62 in 65 (2 in 65*), 62 finer (12/25). CDN: $1,400 Whsle. Bi...
$1,708
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR64 Red PCGS. CDN: $720 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 5,569. ...
$854
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR66 Red NGC. CAC. NGC Census: 49 in 66 (4 in 66+), 13 finer. CAC: 34 in 66, 2 finer (...
$4,636
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR63 Red NGC. Mintage 5,569. ...
$504
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR67 Red NGC....
$7,200
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR62 Red ANACS. NGC Census: (16/199). PCGS Population (35/817). Mintage: 5,569. Numism...
$258
1936 1C Type Two, Brilliant Finish Red--Corroded--ICG. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (1/360). PCGS Population (2/732). Mintage:...
$184
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR65 Red NGC. NGC Census: 62 in 65 (2 in 65*), 62 finer (12/25). CDN: $1,400 Whsle. Bi...
$1,464
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR64 Red PCGS. Mintage 5,569....
$720
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR66+ Red PCGS....
$7,800
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR63 Red PCGS. Mintage 5,569. ...
$456
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR67 Red PCGS....
$10,200
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR62 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (32/675). NGC Census: (18/331). Mintage: 5,569. Numismedi...
$218
1936 1C Brilliant--Cleaned--ANACS. PR60 Details. (#3335)...
$253
1936 1C Type Two, Brilliant Finish, PR65 Red PCGS. CDN: $1,400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 5,569. ...
$1,440
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR64 Red PCGS. This piece is housed in a PCGS green label holder. PCGS Population: (49...
$720
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR66 Red PCGS. CAC....
$4,320
1936 1c PCGS/CAC Proof 63 RD (Type 2 Brilliant Finish)
$687
1936 1C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR67 Red NGC....
$13,800
1936 1C Brilliant PR62 Red ANACS. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/3). (#3335)...
$276
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]
Worth: $360 – $3,120
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]
Worth: $400 – $4,100
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]
Worth: $630 – $54,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $7,500 – $55,200
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $10,000 – $90,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $15,500 – $162,000
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $385 – $3,600
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $425 – $4,100
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $1,000 – $65,000
1910 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $3,600
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $4,100
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $630 – $14,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $6,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $5,100
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $700 – $18,000
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