Most 1960 Lincoln pennies aren't valuable. However these pennies can sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. Keep reading to learn more about these one cent coins. Show SpecificationsType: Lincoln Penny The US minted the 1960 penny with no mint mark and also the 1960 D penny. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin below the date. There are different varieties for the 1960 pennies. There are pennies with the small date, and pennies with the large date. See the image below for reference.
Most 1960 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their weight in copper. The current copper melt value for each penny is about $0.02. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. Small Date CoinsThe 1960 penny with no mint mark and the small date is worth around $3 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade. The value is around $7 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS-65RD. The 1960 D penny with the small date is worth around $0.20 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade. The value is around $1 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS-65RD. Proof coins with no mint mark and the small date are available and they are each valued at around $22 in PR-65RD condition. Large Date CoinsThe 1960 penny with no mint mark and the 1960 D penny large date coins are each worth around $0.20 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade. The value is around $1 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS-65RD. Proof coins with no mint mark and the large date are available and they are each valued at around $2 in PR-65RD condition. Click here to search for Lincoln pennies on Amazon. D Over D, Small Date Over Large Date Error CoinsThere is a rare error variety for the 1960 D penny. On the obverse side of the coin the D mint mark is minted over an outline of another D mint mark. In addition the small date is minted over a large date. This error coin is worth around $165 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade. The value is around $325 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS-65RD. Grading SystemMS-63RB choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent. The color is red-brown. MS-65RD gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable. The color is red. PR-65RD proof- There are no flaws to this coin. A few blemishes may be present. The color is red. Sources: The Red Book See also: 1961 Penny
Copper Alloy PennyMintage: 158,884,000 Metal Composition: 95% Copper - 5% Tin and Zinc Diameter: 19 mm Mass / Weight: 3.11 grams What This Coin Looks Like (Obverse, Reverse, Mint Mark Location, Special Features,
etc.): The 1960 Lincoln Memorial Cent (Penny) had two varieties and the one depicted in the image above is the small date variety. The date here appears smaller and the difference between sizes is subtle. Below is a good example image to compare the difference between the 1960 Small Date vs Large Date. Click the image to enlarge: Coin Value Chart: Typical Coin Prices, Values and Worth in USD based on Grade/Condition
USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1960-D Lincoln Memorial Penny (Small Date Variety) is Worth $0.22 to $0.33 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts. Also, click here to Learn About Grading Coins. The Melt Value shown below is how Valuable the Coin's Metal is Worth (bare minimum value of coin). Click here to see the Melt Value of every US Coin. MELT VALUE: $0.0226 More 1960 Penny Mints/Varieties Even More Lincoln Memorial Cent Penny Years/Mints/Varieties 26 items foundUS1074 $1.00 $0.25 Rare red with reverse toning. see photos $37.50 Seller:
mintstate1 1960-D Small Date Brilliant Uncirculated MS60+ Lincoln US Memorial Cent $0.75 Seller: 1currency1 1960 D Golden Pink Toned Memorial Cent $3.00 Seller: DDee $6.95 Extra metal on the 6&0 $1.00 Sm dt $0.75 1960 D Small Date Lincoln Memorial Cent Denomination,Obverse Die Chips Variety $288.00 Seller: Travsobeast BONUS 1960 D LARGE $1.25 $2.95 Seller: 1909S LARGE and SMALL DATE $1.05 Seller:
Bustar856 BONUS 1960 D LARGE $1.25 $0.10 BONUS 1960 D LARGE $1.25 BUY ANY 10 ITEMS AND RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT ! ! $1.40 Seller: AZATTIC4U $125.00 Seller:
pbrantley BUY A BUNCH - SAVE A BUNCH ! $2.65 Seller: AZATTIC4U Mint State BU $2.95 Seller: hobbyhaus $0.25 Seller:
whcwa Double Die Obverse $5.99 Double Die Obverse $7.50 $0.55 $2.49 $2.49 How much is a 1960 D Large Date worth?USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1960-D Lincoln Memorial Penny (Large Date Variety) is Worth $0.22 to $0.33 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts.
How much is a 1960 penny with AD mint mark?USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1960-D Lincoln Memorial Penny (Small Date Variety) is Worth $0.22 to $0.33 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition.
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