How do I know if my Wheat penny is worth money?

All Wheat Pennies are worth at least three times face value, but of course many are worth substantially more especially the key date Wheat pennies. Be on the lookout for the ultra-rare 1909-S VDB. this coin is most sought after by collectors and is most valuable in any grade.
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What years of wheat pennies are valuable?

10 Most Valuable Wheat Pennies
  • 1931-S: $70-$150.
  • 1917 Doubled Die: $100-$5,000.
  • 1909-S: $100-$300.
  • 1909-S Over Horizontal S: $120-$350.
  • 1914-D: $200-$2,500.
  • 1922-D No D: $500-$20,000.
  • 1909-S VDB: $700-$1,500.
  • 1955 Doubled Die: $1,000-$1,800.
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What should I look for in a wheat penny?

This coin is easily identified by the "S" under the date on the obverse and Brenner's initials "V.D.B." on the reverse. Beware of counterfeit and altered coins. Unscrupulous individuals will try to add the mint mark "S" to the obverse of a Philadelphia minted 1909 VDB Lincoln penny.
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What penny is worth $1000000?

1943-S Lincoln Cent Sells for $1 Million.
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Which wheat pennies have the most value?

Considered to be the most valuable of the non-error Wheat Pennies, the 1914 D Wheat Penny commands an asking price range from $281 to $4,268.
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1909 To 1958 Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny Value Part 1 - The Key Dates - What To Look For



How do I find the value of my coins?

Multiply the weight of the coin by the percentage "fineness" of the coin (the percentage of the coin that is gold or silver). This will establish how much of the precious metal you have to sell. Multiply the result of the first calculation by the current price of the precious metal in the coin.
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What are the 15 most valuable pennies?

  • 01 of 16. 1914-S Lincoln Penny. ...
  • 02 of 16. 1944-D Lincoln Penny on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet. ...
  • 03 of 16. 1909-S VDB Lincoln Penny. ...
  • 04 of 16. 1872 Indian Head Penny. ...
  • 05 of 16. 1969-S Lincoln Penny–Doubled Die Obverse. ...
  • 06 of 16. 1926-S Lincoln Penny. ...
  • 07 of 16. 1877 Indian Head Penny. ...
  • 08 of 16. 1914-D Lincoln Penny.
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How do I know if I have a rare coin?

Look for errors, cracks, edge imperfections, and missing parts. Fake coins can be spotted if you notice that your coin looks as if two coins were joined together to create it. You can always consult with a guidebook if you are unsure if your coin is fake, or speak with a coin dealer.
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Which coins are wanted?

Top 10 Coins Worth Collecting
  • 01 of 10. 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln Cent. ...
  • 02 of 10. 1921 Peace Dollar. ...
  • 03 of 10. 1878-CC Morgan Silver Dollar. ...
  • 04 of 10. 1914-D Lincoln Cent. ...
  • 05 of 10. 1955/55 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent. ...
  • 06 of 10. 1937-D 3 Legged Buffalo Nickel. ...
  • 07 of 10. 1916-D Mercury Dime. ...
  • 08 of 10. 1917 Standing Liberty Quarter: Type 1.
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Which US pennies are valuable?

10 Most Valuable Old Pennies and What They're Worth
  1. 1792 Birch Cent - About $2.6 Million. ...
  2. 1943 Bronze Lincoln Penny - About $1.7 Million. ...
  3. 1793 Strawberry Leaf Cent - About $863,000. ...
  4. 1793 Liberty Cap Wreath Cent - About $391,000. ...
  5. 1944 Steel Lincoln Penny - About $375,000. ...
  6. 1958 Double Die Lincoln Penny - About $336,000.
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How do I sell coins?

To sell old coins, take low and medium-value coins to a reputable coin dealer, where you should be able to easily sell them. If you can't find a local coin dealer, try visiting a traveling coin show so you can network with dealers and find someone to buy your coins.
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What coins are valuable in 2021?

PCGS Graded Top 8 of 10 Most Valuable U.S. Coins Sold in 2021
  • 1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle, PCGS MS65 – Sotheby's, $18,872,250.
  • 1787 $15 Wing Punch Brasher Doubloon, MS65 – Heritage Auctions, $9,360,000.
  • 1822 Capped Bust Half Eagle, PCGS AU50 – Stack's Bowers Galleries, $8,400,000.
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Which old coins are in demand?

It is to be noted that there is a huge demand for old coins of Rs 1, 2 and old notes of Rs 1,2,5.
  • 1 rupee old note. A Rs 1 note with signature of Governor HM Patel in 1957 can help you earn good amount of money. ...
  • ONGC's Rs 5 and Rs 10 rupee commemorative coins. ...
  • Rs 100 notes. ...
  • Rs 10 note of 1943.
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What is the rarest coin in the United States?

Top 5 Rarest Coins in the US
  • 1849 Coronet Head Gold $20 Double Eagle. The 1849 Double Eagle is among the oldest and rarest coins to ever exist in the US. ...
  • 1794 Silver Flowing Hair Dollar. ...
  • 1933 Saint-Gaudens Gold $20 Double Eagle. ...
  • 1913 Liberty Head Nickel. ...
  • 1870 S Seated Liberty Dollar.
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What errors to look for on pennies?

Examples include clipped planchets that are the wrong shape, planchets that are the wrong thickness, and even planchets that are mistakenly left blank.
  • This quarter was struck on the wrong planchet. ...
  • Repunched mintmark error on a Lincoln cent.
  • An example of a brockage error on a 19th-century coin.
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Should you clean coins before selling?

Don't clean your coins! Not only does this cut their value by as much as half (or possibly even more), but it will be an immediate deal-breaker for many dealers who would've otherwise wanted to buy your coins if only they were left in their original condition.
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Where can I sell valuable pennies?

Best places to sell coins online
  • CoinsForSale.com Only 5% to sell. No listing fee.
  • Heritage Auctions 10% fee. Consignment program.
  • Ebay 12.35% + $. 030 fee, plus listing fees. ...
  • Apmex Well known. But won't pay until after you've shipped your coins.
  • Modern Coin Mart Won't pay you until after you've sent them your coins.
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What years of coins are worth money?

8 Valuable Coins in Circulation Today
  • 1943 Lincoln Head Copper Penny. ...
  • 1955 Doubled Die Penny. ...
  • 1969-S Lincoln Cent with Doubled Die Obverse. ...
  • 1982 No Mint Mark Roosevelt Dime. ...
  • 1999-P Connecticut Broadstruck Quarter. ...
  • 2004 Wisconsin State Quarter With Extra Leaf. ...
  • 2005-P “In God We Rust” Kansas State Quarter.
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Are any 1960's pennies valuable?

The 1960 penny with no mint mark and the small date is worth around $3 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade. The value is around $7 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS-65RD. The 1960 D penny with the small date is worth around $0.20 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade.
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Is a 1969 D penny rare?

Basically, the more worn your coin is, the less it is worth. Now, if you are very fortunate enough to have a coin in an impeccable condition, then there is a big possibility that it is of high value as it is extremely scarce. 1969 D pennies in an average condition could be valued at around 1 cent.
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