Price Guide for 1914 Cent Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 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.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $32.00 – $4,025.00Uncirculated: $776.00 – $16,100.00
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eBayCirculated: $15.00 – $2,850.00Uncirculated: $999.00 – $7,995.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $130.00 – $2,550.00Uncirculated: $2,600.00 – $12,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $229.13 – $105,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $28.09 – $413.00Uncirculated: $1,331.00 – $9,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $400.00 – $85,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $207.00Uncirculated: $9.00 – $1,140.00
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eBayCirculated: $1.75 – $1,999.99Uncirculated: $16.50 – $3,200.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $2.00 – $58.00Uncirculated: $65.00 – $1,100.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $20.00 – $431.00Uncirculated: $3.90 – $2,530.00
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eBayCirculated: $5.24 – $415.00Uncirculated: $157.50 – $1,599.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $14.00 – $310.00Uncirculated: $335.00 – $7,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $135.13 – $1,057.50Uncirculated: $6.15 – $158,625.00
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eBayCirculated: $99.99 – $775.00Uncirculated: $2,449.24 – $17,100.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,850.00 – $185,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1.50 – $48,300.00
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eBayUncirculated: $120.00 – $4,730.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $70.00 – $65,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $299.00 – $403.00Uncirculated: $207.00 – $12,650.00
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eBayUncirculated: $356.00 – $2,175.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $425.00 – $5,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $23.00Uncirculated: $33.00 – $2,585.00
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eBayUncirculated: $39.00 – $802.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $65.00 – $2,150.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $127.00 – $1,610.00Uncirculated: $660.00 – $30,550.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,990.00 – $10,095.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,750.00 – $34,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $127.00Uncirculated: $196.00 – $7,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $363.00 – $2,999.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $350.00 – $8,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $173.00 – $14,100.00
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eBayUncirculated: $538.08 – $3,975.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $435.00 – $15,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $413.00 – $126,500.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,150.00 – $3,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $450.00 – $110,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1914 Cent
The 1914 Lincoln Cent was part of the early years of the Lincoln Cent series, which began in 1909. This coin was minted during a period of relative peace for the United States, just before the outbreak of World War I. The Lincoln Cent design was still relatively new and popular among the public, having replaced the Indian Head Cent five years earlier.
| Weight | 3.11 grams |
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| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Mint Marks | Philadelphia (no mint mark), Denver (D), San Francisco (S) |
| Composition | 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Abraham Lincoln facing right, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
| Reverse Design | Two wheat ears flanking the words 'ONE CENT' and 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', designed by Victor D. Brenner |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1914 Lincoln Cents significantly impacts their value, particularly for the scarcer Denver and San Francisco issues. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are highly sought after by collectors.
For Philadelphia issues, the value increase is more gradual up to MS64, but jumps considerably for MS65 and above. Denver and San Francisco issues see more dramatic value increases in higher grades due to their lower mintages.
Red (RD) coins, those retaining their original mint luster, command the highest premiums, followed by Red-Brown (RB) and then Brown (BN) specimens.
Mintage: 75,238,432
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 1,193,000
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples
Mintage: 4,137,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate to High, especially for higher grades
Strike quality is particularly important for 1914 cents. Well-struck coins with full details on Lincoln’s hair and the wheat ears are more desirable. The presence of original mint luster significantly enhances value, especially for the scarcer Denver and San Francisco issues.
While not typically considered a key date, the 1914-D is a semi-key date due to its low mintage and is highly sought after in all grades. Attractive, original toning can also increase the value, particularly for the Philadelphia and San Francisco issues.
As with all early Lincoln Cents, counterfeits exist, particularly of the valuable 1914-D. Authentication is recommended for high-grade or expensive purchases.
