3rd Party Firms
Circulated:
Uncirculated:
eBay
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Coin Details: (Click for details)
Specification for: 1998-S Penny Close AM, DCAM (Proof)
| Edge: | Plain |
|---|---|
| Mint: | San Francisco |
| Metal: | Copper-plated Zinc |
| Weight: | 2.50 grams |
| Mintage: | 2,086,507 |
| Designer: | Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro |
| Diameter: | 19.00 millimeters |
| Series: | Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date |
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$192.00
$299.99
Most Recent Price
$119.66
$224.72
Lowest Sale Price
$1,380.00
$871.00
Highest Sale Price
$530.29
$458.07
Average Sale Price
36
22
Number of Sales
$19,090.30
$10,077.64
Sales Volume
**Top Number: 3rd Party Firms **Bottom Number: eBay
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Price Based on eBay Sales and Third-Party Auction Results
Grade Impact Analysis
| Auction Platform | Grade | Lowest Price | Highest Price | Average Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd Party Firms | MS-70 | $1,440.00 | $4,406.25 | $2,979.69 |
| eBay | MS-70 | $4,500.00 | $4,500.00 | $4,500.00 |
| eBay | MS-69 | $224.72 | $871.00 | $458.07 |
| 3rd Party Firms | MS-69 | $119.66 | $1,380.00 | $530.29 |
| 3rd Party Firms | MS-68+ | $690.00 | $690.00 | $690.00 |
| eBay | MS-68 | $129.50 | $665.00 | $276.15 |
| 3rd Party Firms | MS-68 | $204.00 | $1,265.00 | $608.67 |
| 3rd Party Firms | MS-67 | $115.15 | $173.90 | $134.73 |
| 3rd Party Firms | MS-65 | $105.75 | $105.75 | $105.75 |
| eBay | MS-65 | $105.55 | $650.00 | $377.78 |
| eBay | MS-63 | $130.00 | $130.00 | $130.00 |
| 3rd Party Firms | PO-1 | $587.50 | $587.50 | $587.50 |
- 3rd Party Firms: These are reputable auction houses and dealers specializing in rare coins, such as A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd and Stack’s. They provide trustworthy services for buying and selling collectible coins.
- Grade: This indicates the coin’s condition, ranging from Poor (P-1) to Mint State (MS-70). Higher grades, like MS-65+, signify better-preserved coins, which typically have higher values. For more details, refer to the Grade/Coin Condition Chart.
This chart illustrates the relationship between the grade of an 1998-S Penny Close AM, DCAM (Proof) and its price. The data is plotted with the grade on the x-axis and the price in dollars ($) on the y-axis.
- X-Axis (Grade): Represents the condition of the coin, from highest quality on the left to lower quality on the right. Higher grades indicate better preservation and minimal wear.
- Y-Axis (Price $): Shows the price in dollars. This reflects the coin’s value at different grades.
Coin Condition Analysis
** Note: Prices are based on 83 auction/sold records from eBay and various 3rd party firms.
Auction House Analysis
The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1998-S Penny Close AM, DCAM (Proof) coin. eBay dominates with 40.96% share, followed by Heritage Auctions / Stack's Bowers with 39.76% / 10.84% appearances respectively..
Price Trend Over Time
- X-Axis (Year): Represents the years from 2008 to 2023.
- Y-Axis (Left, Price $): Shows the average auction price in dollars.
- Y-Axis (Right, Auction Frequency): Indicates the number of auctions held each year.
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Price Based on PCGS Estimation
Grade Impact Analysis
| Grade | Price | Grade | Price | Grade | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS-70 | $4,750.00 | MS-69 | $275.00 | MS-68+ | $235.00 |
| MS-68 | $175.00 | MS-67+ | $165.00 | MS-67 | $160.00 |
| MS-66+ | $152.00 | MS-66 | $150.00 | MS-65+ | $142.00 |
| MS-65 | $140.00 | MS-64+ | $132.00 | MS-64 | $130.00 |
| MS-63+ | $122.00 | MS-63 | $120.00 |
** Note: These prices are based on the PCGS Price Guide, which tends to list higher values compared to most eBay sold prices for the same grade.
Coin Condition Analysis
| Coin Condition | Lowest Price | Highest Price | Average Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mint State | $120.00 | $4,750.00 | $489.14 |
** Note: These prices are based on the PCGS Price Guide.
If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin's condition. More detailed information here.
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