How many 1933 pennies have been found?

Only four of the 1933 pattern pennies are known to exist.
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How rare is a penny from 1933?

A rare 1933 penny - one of only four in existence - has sold for a world record price of £72,000 at a London auction. The coin sold is known as a "Pattern" version, as it was presented as a prototype, but never went in to production.
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How much is a 1933 copper penny worth today?

In extremely fine condition the value is around $7. In uncirculated condition the price is around $20 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $30.
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Why are there no pennies in 1933?

The banks possessed such large stocks of pennies in 1933 that it was not necessary to strike any more for general circulation. But there was a convention at the time that complete sets of coins of the current year were buried under the foundation stones of new buildings.
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How much is a 1933 worth?

Value of $1 from 1933 to 2022

$1 in 1933 is equivalent in purchasing power to about $22.24 today, an increase of $21.24 over 89 years.
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What is the rarest penny?

1958 Double Die Lincoln Penny - About $336,000

Due to an error involving a double stamping that affected the lettering on the front of the penny, this rare coin is highly coveted by collectors. Only three examples are known to exist, and one in great condition sold at auction in 2018 from about $336,000.
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What are the 15 most valuable pennies?

15 Most Valuable Pennies Still in Circulation
  • 1944-P Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Steel Cent. ...
  • 1944-D Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Steel Cent. ...
  • 1943-P Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Bronze/Copper. ...
  • 1943-S Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Bronze/Copper. ...
  • 1944-S Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Steel Cent. ...
  • 1943-D Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Copper/Bronze.
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Why is the 1941 penny worth so much?

The most valuable variety of the 1941 wheat penny by far is one in which the obverse face has been struck twice, an error known as a doubled die. Depending on the color (red being worth the most), lower grades of this coin can be worth over $80, and this increases dramatically in higher grades.
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How much is a 1943 steel penny worth?

Value of a 1943 Steel Penny

They are worth about 10 to 13 cents each in circulated condition and as much as 50 cents or more if uncirculated.
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Where can I sell my wheat pennies?

A certified local coin shop is an excellent place to sell your coins. The best option is to find a reputable and trustworthy dealer who can estimate a penny's value. Most coin shops will offer you a fair deal, as they depend on customers' recommendations and satisfaction.
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How many 1933 George V penny are there?

It is not known exactly how many were minted, but it is believed to be no more than seven. Thus, even fewer are in public hands. The design of the 1933 penny is much the same as the well-known design which came before it, and in the decades after.
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What is the rarest coin UK?

The famous 2009 Kew Gardens 50p remains the most coveted coin in circulation, with a mintage of just 210,000. Other rare designs include the 2011 Olympic 50p's and the highly collectable Peter Rabbit 2018 coins.
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Are George V pennies worth anything?

The 1917 King George V Sovereign London features King George V on the obverse and the reverse is St George and the Dragon. The coin is 22 carat gold and is sought after by coin and bullion collectors due to its rarity. These coins have sold for values between £10,000 and £15,000.
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How much is a 1911 penny worth?

The 1911 penny has a face value of $0.1 and up to $54+ in certified mint state. The coin is a composite masterpiece containing 95% copper and 5% (tin/zinc).
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What is a 1944 penny worth?

While the face value of a 1944 penny is 1 cent, the coin is worth about 15 cents. The mint struck about a billion Lincoln pennies in 1944, and that's why they are not rare. If you are a numismatic enthusiast with any burning questions about the 1944 Lincoln penny, be sure to tell us!
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How rare is a 1938 penny?

No Mintmark Under Date: Philadelphia Mint Struck the Coin

1938 Philadelphia variety cent is Abundant on a rarity scale. Ample supply for collectors in most grades, becoming less in lightly circulated and higher condition. A higher value is noted in the Extremely Fine grade.
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Why is the 1930 penny rare?

Eminently historic and unquestionably rare, the 1930 Penny was a product of the Great Depression. The worldwide deflationary spiral saw Australia's economy shrink, and the Melbourne Mint was not required to strike many coins from 1929 to 1933. No pennies were struck in 1930 - or so it was thought.
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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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How much is 80000 pennies worth?

$800 dollars.
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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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