Most 1992 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.
Specifications
Type: Lincoln Penny
Year: 1992
Face Value: $0.01
Composition: 99.2% zinc, 0.8% copper
Total Weight: 2.5 grams
The US minted the 1992 penny with no mint mark and also the 1992 D penny and 1992 S proof penny. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin below the date.
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Philadelphia | 4,648,905,000 |
| 1992 D | Denver | 4,448,673,300 |
| 1992 S Proof | San Francisco | 4,176,560 |
Value
Most 1992 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.01. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.
The 1992 penny with no mint mark and the 1992 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS-65RD grade.
The 1992 S proof penny is worth around $10 in PR-67RD condition.
Close AM Error Coins
In 1993 there was a slight design change on the reverse side of the Lincoln pennies. Instead of having space between the A and M in the word America, the updated design had the A and M almost touching. A small number of 1992 pennies have the reverse of the 1993 pennies with the close AM. There are close AM error varieties for both the 1992 penny with no mint mark and the 1992 D penny.
Both the 1992 penny with no mint mark close AM variety and the 1992 D penny close AM variety are each worth around $10,000 in PR-67RD condition.
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Grading System
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-67RD proof- There are no flaws to this coin. A few blemishes may be present. The color is red.
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