Price Guide for 2000 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: $6.00 – $2,415.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $799.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $1,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $7.00 – $6,600.00
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eBayUncirculated: $5.55 – $11,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $16.00 – $4,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $22.00 – $230.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $4,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $10.39 – $104.40Uncirculated: $0.99 – $1,495.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $2,150.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $290.00 – $325.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $2,645.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.99Uncirculated: $0.35 – $188.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $42.00
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eBayCirculated: $39.01 – $141.45Uncirculated: $1.29 – $1,375.61
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $4.00
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eBayCirculated: $455.00Uncirculated: $3.58 – $478.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $2.00
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eBayCirculated: $14.50
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eBayUncirculated: $14.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $3.00 – $20.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $26.00 – $84.00
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eBayUncirculated: $38.00 – $2,819.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $150.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $184.00
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eBayCirculated: $2.54Uncirculated: $2.00 – $51.00
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eBayUncirculated: $17.00
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eBayUncirculated: $33.55 – $39.00
Design and Specifications of the 2000 Cent
The 2000 Lincoln Cent continued the long-standing tradition of honoring America’s 16th president. This year marked the turn of the millennium, adding a subtle historical significance to coins minted during this period. The Lincoln Memorial reverse, introduced in 1959, was nearing the end of its run, as it would be replaced by new designs starting in 2009 for the bicentennial of Lincoln’s birth.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
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| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Mint Marks | D, P |
| Composition | 99.2% zinc, 0.8% copper |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Abraham Lincoln, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
| Reverse Design | Lincoln Memorial, designed by Frank Gasparro |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 2000 Lincoln Cents. While circulated examples are worth face value, uncirculated coins can command a premium. Coins in MS65 and above are of particular interest to collectors, with MS67 and above being quite scarce.
For proof coins, cameo and deep cameo contrasts between the fields and devices can significantly enhance value. PR69 and PR70 specimens are highly sought after by collectors seeking perfection.
Mintage: 5,503,200,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS67, scarce in MS68 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to collectors building date sets
Mintage: 8,774,780,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS67, scarce in MS68 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to collectors building date sets
Mintage: 3,405,498
Rarity Scale: Common for proofs
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR69, scarce in PR70
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, appealing to proof set collectors
Strike quality is particularly important for 2000 cents. Well-struck coins with full details on Lincoln’s hair and the Memorial columns are more desirable. Rich, original luster adds to the appeal, especially for uncirculated business strikes.
While not typically known for toning, any Lincoln cents with attractive, natural toning can command a premium. For proof coins, deep, mirrored fields and frosted devices (cameo contrast) are highly valued.
Despite their high mintage, finding gem-quality examples from circulation can be challenging, making well-preserved specimens from original rolls or mint sets more valuable to collectors.
