What is the value of a 1952 US cent?

Answer 1

1952 isn't a rare year for Lincoln cents. Look on the front of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter below the date. It may be blank or there may be a D or S.

Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 02/2011:

No mint mark (Philadelphia):

Very worn condition - $0.05

Moderately worn - $0.06

Slightly worn - $0.07

Almost no wear - $0.10

Uncirculated - $0.86 to $8.75 depending on quality

"D" mint mark (Denver):

Very worn - $0.05

Moderately worn - $0.06

Slightly worn - $0.08

Almost no wear - $0.10

Uncirculated - $0.29 to $6.00

"S" mint mark (San Francisco):

Very worn - $0.05

Moderately worn - $0.06

Slightly worn - $0.08

Almost no wear - $0.10

Uncirculated - $1.15 to $6.30

DISCLAIMER: The retail values quoted are the best available as of the date shown, but may vary due to market fluctuations. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.

Answer:A 1952 penny is worth $189

if it is in good condition's.

More:In 1952, this would have been a Lincoln Wheat Penny, which was minted at three different mints: Philadelphia, Denver and San Francisco. According to USA Coin Book, these are the typical prices:

Philadelphia (no mint mark): In Fine condition, this coin is worth about $0.05 while in MS60 mint condition, it is worth about $0.95. In MS65 Brilliant uncirculated condition, it is worth about $2.75. Philadelphia also made proof coins which are worth about $50 in PR65 Proof condition.

Denver (small "D" mint mark): In Fine condition, this coin is worth about $0.05 while in MS60 mint condition, it is worth about $0.70. In MS65 Brilliant uncirculated condition, it is worth about $2.75.

San Francisco (small "S" mint mark): In Fine condition, this coin is worth about $0.06 while in MS60 mint condition, it is worth about $1.89. In MS65 Brilliant uncirculated condition, it is worth about $4.75.