What are some rare pennies to look for?

So before you say, “Keep the change,” check to see if you have any of these valuable pennies:
  • 1943 Bronze Lincoln. (Image: Heritage Auctions, HA.com) ...
  • 1969-S Doubled Die Obverse. ...
  • 1992 Close AM Reverse. ...
  • 1972 Doubled Die Obverse. ...
  • 1995 Doubled Die Obverse. ...
  • 1999 Wide AM Reverse. ...
  • 1983 Double Die Reverse.
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What year of pennies are worth money?

Look for all-copper pennies.

Old pennies made before 1982 are 95% copper, which gives them an inherent metal value. This translates to the pennies being worth more.
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What penny is worth $1000000?

Top 10 Things You Didn't Know About the Penny

The first 1943 copper cent was sold in 1958 for more than $40,000. In 1996, another went for a whopping $82,500. But those sales pale in comparison with the latest: this week, a dealer in New Jersey sold his 1943 penny for a staggering $1.7 million.
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What to look for on pennies that are worth money?

15 Most Valuable Pennies Still in Circulation
  • 15 Most Valuable Pennies Still in Circulation. ...
  • 15. 1995 Lincoln Memorial Cent (Doubled Die) ...
  • 1970 S Lincoln Memorial Cent (Small Date - High 7) ...
  • 1999 S Lincoln Memorial Cent (Close AM) ...
  • 1984 Lincoln Memorial Cent (Doubled Die Ear) ...
  • 1983 Lincoln Memorial Cent (Doubled Die Reverse)
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What pennies should I keep?

So before you say, “Keep the change,” check to see if you have any of these valuable pennies:
  • 1943 Bronze Lincoln. (Image: Heritage Auctions, HA.com) ...
  • 1969-S Doubled Die Obverse. ...
  • 1992 Close AM Reverse. ...
  • 1972 Doubled Die Obverse. ...
  • 1995 Doubled Die Obverse. ...
  • 1999 Wide AM Reverse. ...
  • 1983 Double Die Reverse.
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10 VALUABLE PENNIES TO LOOK FOR IN CIRCULATION!!



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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Which 1982 penny is worth money?

The most valuable 1982 penny is a transitional error caused by the move from 95% copper to 99.2% zinc composition. It's the 1982-D "small date" Lincoln Memorial cent made from copper. There wasn't supposed to be any "small date" bronze Lincoln cents struck in Denver in 1982.
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How much is a 1969 d penny worth?

1969 D pennies in an average condition could be valued at around 1 cent. If it is in certified mint state condition (MS+), it could be worth as much as $12.
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Are 1969 pennies worth anything?

Most 1969 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their weight in copper. The current copper melt value for each penny is about $0.02. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1969 penny with no mint mark is worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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What is the oldest penny?

What is this? The oldest penny in the world is the Birch Cent of 1792.
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Is a 1947 penny rare?

1947 wheat pennies are considered Abundant on the rarity scale. Many were saved, ranging in grade from mint condition to worn examples. A very affordable date and Philadelphia mint coin.
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Why is a 1958 D penny rare?

One of the biggest and rarest errors for Wheat Pennies is the 1958 Doubled Die Error. Only three examples are known to exist, with only two being officially graded by PCGS, a third party grader. Doubling can be seen very clearly on the obverse of the coin.
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How much is a 1968 d penny worth?

The 1968 D penny and 1968 S penny are each worth around $0.15 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade. The value is around $1 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS-65RD. Proof coins with the S mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $1 in PR-65RD condition.
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How much is a 1983 d penny worth?

Most 1983 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.01. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1983 penny with no mint mark and the 1983 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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How much is a 1980 d penny worth?

The current copper melt value for each penny is about $0.02. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1980 penny with no mint mark and the 1980 D penny are each worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. The 1980 S proof penny is worth around $2.50 in PR 65 condition.
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What penny is worth $10000?

See What Your 1948 Wheat Penny Is Worth. All about 1948 wheat pennies, including...
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How much is a 1986 penny?

Most 1986 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.01. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1986 penny with no mint mark and the 1986 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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How much is a 1982-D large Date penny worth?

Neither coin should exist in copper alloy, but collectors looking for coin finds discovered both. Then they cashed in by consigning them for auction. The two coins achieved a combined price of $35,625. The 1982-D sold for $18,800 and the 1983-D sold for $17,625.
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Are 1959 D pennies worth anything?

The 1959 D penny is worth around $0.50 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade. The value is around $1 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS-65RD. Proof coins with no mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $3 in PR-65RD condition. There were 1,149,291 proof coins minted.
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What makes a 1961 D penny valuable?

Due to their poor condition, the Lincoln 1961 D Penny is worth around $0.01 to $0.02 due to their circulated condition being worth their copper weight. They can only be sold at a higher value if found in uncirculated condition.
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How much is a 2021 penny worth?

Most 2021 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.01. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 2021 penny with no mint mark and the 2021 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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