Lincoln Shield Cent Market Values
Current eBay market statistics for Lincoln Shield cents minted from 2010 to the present.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 166% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
Value is concentrated in high-grade certified coins, specifically NGC certified pieces (+88%) and MS 68 grades (+238%). Conversely, ungraded coins and U.S. Mint certified pieces trade significantly below the market median.
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Price by certification
Why? Professional grading creates a wide spread, with NGC at 75 and U.S. Mint at 15.69.
Price by grade
Why? Rarity in high numeric grades drives prices up, peaking at MS 68 (135) compared to Ungraded (15.99).
Price by year
Why? Specific mintage years vary in demand, with 2019 at 50 and 2021 at 9.48.
Price by mint location
Why? West Point mints command a premium at 85, while Denver is lower at 24.99.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a used Lincoln Shield cent?
The median price for used listings is 42.5.
Which mint location has the highest median value?
West Point has the highest median value at 85.
How much do ungraded Lincoln Shield cents typically cost?
Ungraded coins have a median price of 15.99.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $2–$280, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 14, 2026.