1990 No-S Proof Lincoln Penny Value

$3,000 – $10,000

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.

1990 | San Francisco (No Mint Mark) | Mintage: Unknown

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Market Activity

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Avg: $6,375 High: $10,000 Low: $3,000 4 total data points

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade
Grade	Value
Gem Proof (PR-65) Proof	$3,000
Superb Proof+ (PR-67)	$5,000
Ultra Proof (PR-68)	$7,500
Near-Perfect Proof (PR-69)	$10,000

Under $100 $100 - $1,000 Over $1,000

Coin Specifications

Year

1990

Mint

San Francisco (No Mint Mark)

Mintage

Unknown

Composition

97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper (Copper-plated Zinc)

Weight

2.50 grams

Diameter

19 mm

Edge

Plain

Designer

Frank Gasparro

Series

Lincoln Memorial Error (1959-2008)

PCGS #

3117

Proof Mintage

200

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.