Price Guide for 2014 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: $15.00 – $216.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.01 – $2,599.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $2,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $17.00 – $216.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $1,995.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $185.00
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eBayCirculated: $50.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $227.51
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eBayCirculated: $9.95Uncirculated: $1.29 – $159.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2.14 – $62.00
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eBayUncirculated: $4.57
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $228.00
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eBayUncirculated: $3.75 – $325.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $75.00 – $2,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2.24 – $54.99
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eBayUncirculated: $1.00 – $69.99
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eBayUncirculated: $42.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $7.00 – $110.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $132.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $55.00
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eBayUncirculated: $72.29 – $75.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $306.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $15.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $7.00 – $94.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2.25 – $261.01
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $20.00 – $95.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10.00
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eBayUncirculated: $262.49 – $330.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $10.00 – $375.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.50
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eBayUncirculated: $6.65 – $140.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $25.00 – $125.00
Design and Specifications of the 2014 Cent
The 2014 Lincoln cent continues the Union Shield design on the reverse, which was introduced in 2010 to commemorate the bicentennial of Lincoln’s birth and the centennial of the first Lincoln cent. This design symbolizes Lincoln’s preservation of the United States as a single country.
The obverse retains the iconic portrait of Abraham Lincoln that has been featured on the cent since 1909, making it one of the longest-running designs in U.S. coinage history.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Mint Marks | P, D, S |
| Composition | 99.2% zinc, 0.8% copper |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Abraham Lincoln, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
| Reverse Design | Union Shield, designed by Lyndall Bass |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 2014 Lincoln cents significantly impacts their value, especially for high-grade specimens. Circulation strikes in MS67 and above can command premiums, while proofs in PR69 and PR70 are highly sought after by collectors.
Factors affecting condition include:
– Strike quality: Well-struck coins with sharp details are more desirable
– Luster: Coins with original mint luster are preferred
– Surface preservation: Absence of contact marks, scratches, or spots
Mintage: 4,955,800,000
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 collected as part of sets
Mintage: 4,555,200,000
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 collected as part of sets
Mintage: 1,391,636
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, collected by proof set enthusiasts
While the 2014 cent is generally common, certain factors can increase its value:
1. Die varieties: Any significant die varieties or errors could greatly enhance value
2. Full Steps: Coins with fully defined steps on the Lincoln Memorial (for earlier dates) can command premiums
3. Toning: Attractively toned specimens, especially proofs, may be more valuable to collectors
4. First Day of Issue: Coins certified as First Day of Issue may carry a small premium
However, it’s important to note that as a modern issue, most 2014 cents are worth face value unless in absolutely pristine condition or part of a collector set.
