Price Guide for 1925 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 PriceUncirculated: $235.00 – $54,625.00
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eBayUncirculated: $450.00 – $4,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $300.00 – $50,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $37.00Uncirculated: $64.00 – $74,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $35.00Uncirculated: $110.00 – $4,900.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $125.00 – $93,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $44.00 – $2,000.00Uncirculated: $9.00 – $5,520.00
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eBayUncirculated: $17.51 – $2,249.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $26.00 – $65,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $10.00 – $506.00Uncirculated: $4.15 – $3,055.00
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eBayCirculated: $4.26 – $175.00Uncirculated: $29.85 – $1,200.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $110.00Uncirculated: $135.00 – $3,850.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $100.00 – $140.00Uncirculated: $376.00 – $1,116.25
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eBayCirculated: $75.00 – $150.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $21.00 – $210.00Uncirculated: $250.00 – $1,450.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $161.00Uncirculated: $34.00 – $2,232.50
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eBayCirculated: $0.99 – $105.50Uncirculated: $35.00 – $1,698.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $4.00 – $82.00Uncirculated: $85.00 – $2,650.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $130.00Uncirculated: $1.25 – $2,350.00
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eBayUncirculated: $80.00 – $1,825.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $100.00 – $6,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $1,093.00Uncirculated: $7.00 – $110.00
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eBayCirculated: $3.76 – $81.00Uncirculated: $5.50 – $400.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $20.00Uncirculated: $22.00 – $225.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $0.50 – $506.00
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eBayUncirculated: $19.07 – $265.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $25.00 – $350.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $66.00 – $6,462.50
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eBayUncirculated: $142.50 – $2,700.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $150.00 – $10,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,150.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $525.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $43.00 – $170.00Uncirculated: $504.00 – $825.00
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eBayCirculated: $28.00 – $125.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $27.00 – $210.00Uncirculated: $260.00 – $900.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $376.00 – $900.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $300.00 – $1,300.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,920.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $500.00 – $43,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1925 Cent
The 1925 Lincoln Cent was part of the ongoing series that began in 1909 to commemorate the centennial of Abraham Lincoln’s birth. This year marked the continued economic prosperity of the Roaring Twenties, a period of significant cultural and economic growth in the United States.
| Weight | 3.11 grams |
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| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Mint Marks | No mint mark (Philadelphia), D (Denver), S (San Francisco) |
| Composition | 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc |
| Obverse Design | Lincoln bust facing right, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
| Reverse Design | Wheat ears flanking ONE CENT and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1925 Lincoln Cents significantly impacts their value. While common in circulated grades, these coins become increasingly scarce in higher mint state conditions. Coins in MS65 and above are particularly valuable, as they showcase the original mint luster and sharp strike details.
For all mint locations, red specimens (those retaining their original copper color) command higher premiums compared to brown or red-brown examples. The presence of full striking detail on the wheat ears and Lincoln’s hair is also highly desirable.
Mintage: 139,949,000
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: 22,580,000
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: 26,380,000
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
Several factors can enhance the value of 1925 Lincoln Cents:
1. Toning: Natural, attractive toning can increase desirability among collectors.
2. Strike Quality: Well-struck coins with sharp details, especially on the wheat ears, are more valuable.
3. Die State: Late die state coins with interesting die cracks or cuds may appeal to variety collectors.
4. Provenance: Coins with a notable ownership history or from famous collections can command a premium.
5. Certification: Coins graded and encapsulated by reputable third-party grading services often fetch higher prices.
