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1990 No-S Proof Lincoln Penny Value

1990 | San Francisco (No Mint Mark) | Mintage: Unknown | 97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper (Copper-plated Zinc)
$3,000 – $10,000 Key Date
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The 1990 No-S Proof Lincoln Penny was minted at the San Francisco Mint. Values range from $3,000 in lower grades to $10,000 in top condition. This is a key date, making it especially sought-after by collectors.

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$3,000 – $10,000

Price History

SoldHigh BidFor SaleLast Asking PriceMoving Average
Avg: $6,375 High: $10,000 Low: $3,000 4 total data points

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Coin Details

Designer
Frank Gasparro
Composition
97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper (Copper-plated Zinc)
Weight
2.50 grams
Diameter
19 mm
Edge
plain
Series
Lincoln Memorial Error (1959-2008)

Historical Notes

A Proof-only error where the San Francisco Mint accidentally omitted the S mint mark from a small number of 1990 Lincoln cent Proof dies. Approximately 145-200 examples are believed to have been included in Proof sets sold to collectors.

Varieties

No-S Proof (Missing Mint Mark)

San Francisco Mint Proof coins struck without the S mint mark. These were included in 1990 Proof sets and discovered by collectors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 1990 No-S Proof Lincoln Penny worth? +
A 1990 No-S Proof Lincoln Penny is worth between $3,000 and $10,000 depending on condition. Coins in higher grades (MS-65 and above) command significant premiums.
How many 1990 Lincoln Memorial Error coins were made? +
The San Francisco Mint produced Unknown 1990 Lincoln Memorial Error coins. Lower mintage numbers generally correlate with higher collector value.
Is the 1990 No-S Proof Lincoln Penny a key date? +
Yes, the 1990 No-S Proof Lincoln Penny is considered a key date in the Lincoln Memorial Error series. Key dates are coins with low mintage, high collector demand, or both, making them among the most valuable in the series.
How much is a 1990 No-S Proof Lincoln Penny worth? +
These coins sell for thousands of dollars depending on their grade. A typical specimen in PR69 condition often brings between $3,000 and $5,000 at auction.
Is the 1990 No-S Proof Lincoln Penny rare? +
Yes, it is a key date error with an estimated population of only 145 to 200 coins. It is far scarcer than any standard business strike penny from 1990.

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