1989 S Lincoln Penny Proof




CoinTrackers.com estimates the value of a 1989 S Lincoln Penny Proof in average condition to be worth 1 cent, while one in mint state could be valued around $1.00. - Last updated: June, 10 2022


1989 S Lincoln Penny Proof
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  • Year: 1989
  • Mint Mark: S
  • Type: Lincoln Penny
  • Price: 1 cent-$1.00+
  • Face Value: 0.01 USD
  • Produced: 3,220,000
  • Edge: Smooth





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How much is a 1989 S Lincoln Penny Proof worth?

This section is more of a layman's guide, for those new to collecting.

In Average Circulated (AC) condition it's worth around 1 cent, one in certified mint state (MS+) condition could bring as much as $1 at auction. This price does not reference any standard coin grading scale. So when we say Average Circulated, we mean in a similar condition to other coins circulated in 1989, and mint state meaning it is certified MS+ by one of the top coin grading companies. *** [?].


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Overall Specs & Design

This coin has a total mass of 2.5 g, a diameter of 19.05 mm, and a thickness of 1.52 mm. It's edge is Smooth, and the coins are composed of 95% copper Pre 1982, 97% copper 3% zinc after 1982.


Designer: Victor D. Brenner (obv), Lyndall Bass (rev)


Front (Obverse): The obverse or front of this coin contains the bust of President Lincoln the 16th president of the United States. The words In God We Trust are engraved in an arching manner on the top most portion of this coin. The date is present along with the mint mark. If the mark is missing the coin was issued from the Philadelphia mint. With the exception of 2017 P, the only year to contain a P mint mark to honor the 225th anniversary of the United States Mint.


Back (Reverse): The reverse of this coin has been described as Lincoln Memorial design. Nice clean lines on the steps and buildings are important for a decent grade. The Lincoln Memorial replaced the reverse after the last Wheat Cent was issued in 1958.





Most Valuable

The most valuable Lincoln Penny's. Prices listed are for MS-65 certified. Visit the link to learn more about each coin.

Image Year Mint Worth
Lincoln Penny 1982 $55
Lincoln Penny 1959 D $40
Lincoln Penny 1975 D $30
Lincoln Penny 1982 D $30
Lincoln Penny 2002 D $30
Lincoln Penny 1962 $29
Lincoln Penny 1962 D $29
Lincoln Penny 1961 $28
Lincoln Penny 1961 D $27
Lincoln Penny 2002 $27
Lincoln Penny 1968 S $25
Lincoln Penny 2005 D $25
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1989 P $345.22
1989 $345,000
1989 D $345
Image Name Mint Worth

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Hardest to Find

The rarest and hardest to find Lincoln Penny's Check out each link to learn more about each coin.

What is the rarest Lincoln Penny?

Name Produced
1998 S 2,086,000
2008 S 2,169,000
1996 S 2,525,000
2007 S 2,577,000
1997 S 2,796,000
1995 S 2,797,000
1975 S 2,845,000
1991 S 2,867,000
2004 S 2,965,000
1986 S 3,010,000
2006 S 3,054,000
1984 S 3,065,000
1978 S 3,127,000
2001 S 3,187,000
2002 S 3,211,000
1989 S 3,220,000
1977 S 3,251,000
1988 S 3,262,000
1994 S 3,269,000
1983 S 3,279,000
Name Produced

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