US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln

The average price of the 1 Cent 1946 coin is $100 as of January 21, 2026. This data is based on an analysis of 17 auction sales. The sample may include coins from other years or varieties in different conditions, so this is an approximate estimate. For an accurate valuation of the 1 Cent 1946, a detailed comparison of individual specimens is required, considering die varieties and grade.

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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #132522, Lot 27029US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #132522, Lot 27029
Heritage Auctions
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    May 27, 2025
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Lot 27029 1946-S/D 1C Overmintmark, FS-511, MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (14/46 and 0/3+). Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22EM , Variety PCGS# 37843 , Base PCGS# 2749 , Greysheet# 285425 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, November 6, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 90001-90760, Lot 90067US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, November 6, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 90001-90760, Lot 90067
Stack's Bowers
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    November 6, 2024
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Lot 90067 1946-S Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (NGC). PCGS# 2749 . NGC ID: 22EM . Click here for certification details from NGC.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, October 23, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 96001-96869, Lot 96065US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, October 23, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 96001-96869, Lot 96065
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    October 23, 2024
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Lot 96065 1946-D Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (NGC). PCGS# 2746 . NGC ID: 22EL . Click here for certification details from NGC.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, June 26, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 91001-91767, Lot 91115US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, June 26, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 91001-91767, Lot 91115
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    June 26, 2024
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Lot 91115 1946-S Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (NGC). PCGS# 2749 . NGC ID: 22EM . Click here for certification details from NGC.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, June 26, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 91001-91767, Lot 91116US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, June 26, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 91001-91767, Lot 91116
Stack's Bowers
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    June 26, 2024
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Lot 91116 1946-S Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (NGC). PCGS# 2749 . NGC ID: 22EM . Click here for certification details from NGC.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, June 5, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 96001-96459, Lot 96063US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, June 5, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 96001-96459, Lot 96063
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    June 5, 2024
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Lot 96063 1946-S Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (NGC). PCGS# 2749 . NGC ID: 22EM . GREYSHEET ID: 2114 . Click here for certification details from NGC.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, June 5, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 96001-96459, Lot 96064US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, June 5, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 96001-96459, Lot 96064
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    June 5, 2024
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Lot 96064 1946-S Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (NGC). PCGS# 2749 . NGC ID: 22EM . GREYSHEET ID: 2114 . Click here for certification details from NGC.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, Spring 2024 Auction - Session 11 - Internet Only - Numismatic Americana, Colonial & Early American Coins & U.S. Coins Part 1 - Lots 9001-9638, Lot 9581US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, Spring 2024 Auction - Session 11 - Internet Only - Numismatic Americana, Colonial & Early American Coins & U.S. Coins Part 1 - Lots 9001-9638, Lot 9581
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    April 1, 2024
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Lot 9581 1946 Lincoln Cent. MS-66+ RD (PCGS). CAC. PCGS# 2743 . NGC ID: 22EK . Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, February 7, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 93001-93613, Lot 93125US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, February 7, 2024 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 93001-93613, Lot 93125
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    February 7, 2024
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Lot 93125 1946-D Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (NGC). This example is in an uncommon NGC Generation 8.0 holder that was used in September 2000. PCGS# 2746. NGC ID: 22EL. Click here for certification details from NGC.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #63250, Lot 92166US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #63250, Lot 92166
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    November 6, 2023
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Lot 92166 1946-S 1C MS67+ Red PCGS. CAC. Ex: Bender Collection. PCGS Population: (308/0 and 25/0+). NGC Census: (929/0 and 22/0+). CDN: $115 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 198,100,000. ( Registry values : N491) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22EM , PCGS# 2749 , Greysheet# 2114 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1351, Lot 3341US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1351, Lot 3341
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    December 15, 2022
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Lot 3341 1946-S Cent, MS67+ Red Among the Finest Known 1946-S 1C MS67+ Red PCGS. CAC. Ex: Bender Collection. Trumpet Tail S. Given that its mintage approaches 200 million pieces, the 1946-S will never be rare in typical Mint State. But in the MS67+ Red grade, the issue acquires conditional significance, since only 17 pieces have attained that level at PCGS (as of 10/22) with none finer. A sharply struck and unabraded orange-red Superb Gem. CAC: 47 in 67, 0 finer (11/22). Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 6/2019), lot 3488, where it brought $2,640. From The Bender Family Collection -- Post-1932 Lincoln Cents. ( Registry values : N491) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22EM , PCGS# 2749 , Greysheet# 2114 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 January 20 - 24 FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1326, Lot 3370US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 January 20 - 24 FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1326, Lot 3370
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    January 20, 2021
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Lot 3370 1946-S/D Lincoln Cent, MS66+ Red Popular FS-511 1946-S/D 1C FS-511 MS66+ Red PCGS. CAC. This popular overmintmark variety was only discovered in the 1990s and always commands a considerable premium. The upright of the undertype D is visible at the lower opening of the S. This high-end Premium Gem displays sharply detailed design elements and original red surfaces, with vibrant mint luster. Population: 10 in 66 (1 in 66+) Red, 1 finer. CAC: 3 in 66, 0 finer (11/20). Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 10/2012), lot 3291, where it brought $3,055. Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22EM , Variety PCGS# 37843 , Base PCGS# 2749 , Greysheet# 285425 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2015 January 7 - 12 FUN US Coins Signature Auction - Orlando  #1216, Lot 3358US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2015 January 7 - 12 FUN US Coins Signature Auction - Orlando  #1216, Lot 3358
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    January 7, 2015
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Lot 3358 1946 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Registry Set specialists are sure to recognize the importance of this immaculately preserved Superb Gem, exhibiting fiery-red coloration and sharp strike definition throughout. The surfaces are essentially flawless with only a few carbon specks noted on each side. PCGS reports 20 grading events (likely including resubmissions) in MS67 Red and no examples finer (11/14).( Registry values : N991) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22EK , PCGS# 2743 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, May 2013 New Orleans ANA, Lot 2282US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, May 2013 New Orleans ANA, Lot 2282
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    May 10, 2013
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Lot 2282 1946-S Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (PCGS). PCGS# 2749.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, March 2013 Baltimore, Lot 1183US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, March 2013 Baltimore, Lot 1183
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    March 14, 2013
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Lot 1183 1946-S/D Lincoln Cent. FS-511. MS-66+ RD (PCGS). A well struck example with lavish mint-red luster and clean surfaces. This overmintmark variety was discovered until the 1990s. The undertype D is easily visible beneath the S mintmark, under low magnification. PCGS Population (FS-511 attribution only): just 1; with none finer. PCGS# 37843. PCGS Population (FS-511 attribution only): just 1; with none finer.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, The June 2012 Baltimore Auction, Lot 143US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, The June 2012 Baltimore Auction, Lot 143
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    June 27, 2012
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Lot 143 Lot of (2) Lincoln Cent Varieties. (PCGS). Included are: 1946-S/D FS-511, MS-65 RD; and a 1950-S/S FS-504, Repunched Mintmark, MS-66 RD. Smooth, lustrous surfaces for the pair, the first example bathed in rose-orange and the second with a warmer medium orange texture. Provenance: From the Hiwassee Lincoln Variety Collection.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, March 2012 Baltimore, Lot 1579US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, March 2012 Baltimore, Lot 1579
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    March 22, 2012
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Lot 1579 1946-D Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (PCGS). CAC. This fully frosted, medium orange piece possesses no blemishes that would call into question the validity of the Superb Gem grade. A beautiful Lincoln cent from the immediate post World War II era. Tied for finest certified by PCGS. PCGS Population: 125; none finer within any designation. PCGS# 2746. Provenance: From the Colin Withers Collection. PCGS Population: 125; none finer within any designation.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, November 2010 Baltimore Internet Only, Lot 10335US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, November 2010 Baltimore Internet Only, Lot 10335
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    November 9, 2010
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Lot 10335 1946-D Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (NGC). OH. PCGS# 2746.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc., Auction 60, Lot 1390US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc., Auction 60, Lot 1390
Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc.
  • Date
    September 19, 2010
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Lot 1390 Lincoln Cents 1946 Lincoln Cent. PCGS graded MS-66 Red. Well struck with full mint red color. A very nice coin. Pop 424; 7 finer in 67 (PCGS # 2743) . Estimated Value $350 - 400.
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US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Obverse - Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc., Auction 60, Lot 1391US 1 Cent 1946 Lincoln, Reverse - Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc., Auction 60, Lot 1391
Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc.
  • Date
    September 19, 2010
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Lot 1391 Lincoln Cents 1946-D Lincoln Cent. PCGS graded MS-67 Red. Well struck with full mint red. Pop 124; none finer at PCGS (PCGS # 2746) . Estimated Value $350 - 400.
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