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.
Average price
| Year | Price |
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| 2025 | - |
| 2024 | $60 |
| 2023 | - |
| 2022 | - |
| 2021 | - |
Sales chart

Heritage Auctions
- DateMay 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
Stack's Bowers
- DateNovember 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateOctober 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateJune 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateJune 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateJune 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateJune 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateApril 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateFebruary 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.
Heritage Auctions
- DateNovember 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
Heritage Auctions
- DateDecember 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
Heritage Auctions
- DateJanuary 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
Heritage Auctions
- DateJanuary 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
Stack's Bowers
- DateMay 10, 2013
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Lot 2282 1946-S Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (PCGS). PCGS# 2749.
Stack's Bowers
- DateMarch 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateJune 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateMarch 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.
Stack's Bowers
- DateNovember 9, 2010
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Lot 10335 1946-D Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (NGC). OH. PCGS# 2746.
Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc.
- DateSeptember 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.
Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc.
- DateSeptember 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.







































