Are 1979 pennies worth anything?

Most 1979 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.

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What is the mint mark on a 1979 penny?

Mint marks are letters that identify where a coin was made. They hold the maker responsible for the quality of a coin. When the U.S. used precious metals such as gold and silver to make circulating coins, a commission evaluated the metal compositions and quality of coins from each of the Mint facilities.

What is the rarest penny?

The 1943 copper-alloy cent is one of the most enigmatic coins in American numismatics — and reportedly the most valuable Lincoln penny of all.

How much is a 1987 penny worth?

Most 1987 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 1987 penny with no mint mark and the 1987 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.

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Which 1982 penny is worth money?

Which 1982 Penny Is Worth The Most? 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.

How much is a 1982 penny worth?

Most 1982 pennies in circulated condition are only worth either their face value of $0.01 or their weight in copper if they are of the copper variety. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.

What penny is worth $1000000?

A 1943 Lincoln penny that soared in value because it was made from the "wrong" material reportedly has sold for $1 million. The penny was erroneously made of bronze instead of zinc-coated steel at the San Francisco Mint, according to UPI news agency. Texas Rangers co-chairman Bob R.

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What years are rare pennies?

Are pennies with no mint mark valuable?

1922 pennies without the D mint mark are plain cents or plain pennies. An uncirculated 1922 plain penny with a high grade can be worth $12,000 or more.

What is the rarest mint mark?

What does the O mint mark stand for?

The 8 mint marks used to distinguish coins not minted in Philadelphia (in the chronological order of their first coinage) are: D for the Dahlonega Mint (production of coins started on February 12, 1838), C for the Charlotte Mint (March 27, 1838), O for the New Orleans Mint (May 8, 1838), S for the San Francisco Mint ( ...

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How much is a 1970 penny worth?

Most 1970 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 1970 penny with no mint mark is worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.

What is the oldest penny?

What is this? The oldest penny in the world is the Birch Cent of 1792.

How much is a 1976 penny?

The 1976 penny with no mint mark and the 1976 D penny are each worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. The 1976 S proof penny is worth around $3.20 in PR 65 condition.

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.