Price Guide for 2001 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: $7.00 – $1,150.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $868.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $385.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $1,553.00
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eBayCirculated: $12.50 – $143.50Uncirculated: $0.99 – $705.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $265.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $290.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $863.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.99Uncirculated: $0.77 – $199.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $42.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00
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eBayCirculated: $12.99Uncirculated: $1.25 – $1,935.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $20.50
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eBayUncirculated: $3.00
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eBayUncirculated: $20.50
Design and Specifications of the 2001 Cent
The 2001 Lincoln cent continued the long-standing tradition of honoring America’s 16th president. This coin marked the 92nd year of the Lincoln cent series, which began in 1909. The year 2001 was significant as it marked the beginning of the 21st century, with the Lincoln cent remaining a staple of American currency.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
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| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia), D (Denver) |
| Composition | 99.2% zinc, 0.8% copper |
| Obverse Design | Abraham Lincoln portrait, designed by Victor David Brenner |
| Reverse Design | Union shield, designed by Frank Gasparro |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 2001 Lincoln cents. While circulated examples are abundant and hold minimal premium over face value, uncirculated coins in high grades can command significant premiums.
For circulation strikes, coins graded MS65 and above start to gain collector interest. Specimens in MS67 and MS68 are particularly desirable, with MS69 examples being extremely rare and valuable. Red coins (those retaining their original mint luster) are preferred over brown or red-brown examples.
For proof coins, the difference between PR69 and PR70 can be substantial in terms of value, with perfect PR70 Deep Cameo specimens being highly sought after by collectors.
Mintage: 4,959,600,000
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 complete date sets
Mintage: 4,183,800,000
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 complete date sets
Mintage: 2,829,131
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, popular among proof set collectors
Strike quality is an important factor for 2001 cents. Well-struck coins with full details, especially on Lincoln’s hair and the wheat stalks, are more desirable. Luster also plays a significant role, with coins exhibiting strong, cartwheel luster being more valuable.
While not typically known for attractive toning, Lincoln cents with exceptional, natural toning can command premiums. This is more common in proof issues but can occasionally be found in circulation strikes.
Error coins, though rare for this year, can be valuable. Potential errors include off-center strikes, double dies, and wrong planchets (such as a cent struck on a dime planchet). These errors, if authenticated, can significantly increase the coin’s value.
