Is a 1960 penny worth anything?

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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Are coins from the 60's worth anything?

1960–1964 Washington Quarters

The United States made 90% silver dimes, quarters, and half dollars through the date 1964. These coins are all worth much more than face value, no matter how worn or damaged they may be.
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What year 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?

1943-S Lincoln Cent Sells for $1 Million.
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How can you tell if a 1960 penny is a small date?

The 1960 Small Date variety will have a smaller 0 digit and be oval in shape in the inside of the 0. The top of the 9 digit is lower and almost flush with the 1 digit as opposed to being larger and higher like on the large date variety.
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INCREDIBLE 1968 LINCOLN PENNIES WORTH CHASING - VALUES AS HIGH AS $7,000!!



What is a 1960 small date penny worth?

USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1960 Lincoln Memorial Penny (Small Date Variety) is Worth $3.30 to $7.88 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Proof coins can be worth $24 or more.
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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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What coins are worth money 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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What Lincoln pennies are worth money?

Here's a rundown of 10 of the most valuable pennies made since 1900:
  1. 1909-S Indian Cent. Image: USA CoinBook. ...
  2. 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent. 1909-S "VDB" Lincoln Wheat cent. ...
  3. 1914-D Lincoln Cent. ...
  4. 1922 Plain Lincoln Cent. ...
  5. 1931-S Lincoln Cent. ...
  6. 1943 Bronze Lincoln Cent. ...
  7. 1944 Steel Lincoln Cent. ...
  8. 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent.
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What is a rare penny to find?

1. 1943-D Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Copper/Bronze. Of all the 1943 copper pennies, only one Denver-minted copper cent is believed to exist, making it one of the rarest U.S. coins to date.
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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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What were pennies made of in 1960?

From 1959-1962 the penny was made up of 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc. However, from 1962-1982, the composition of the penny was changed by removing the tin, making the penny 95% copper and 5% zinc. They all would weigh in at 3.11 grams.
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What is the oldest penny date?

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

It was the most amount of money ever spent on a one-cent piece at auction.
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What year pennies have errors?

In 1944, the U.S. Mint resumed normal production of pennies made of copper. However, just like the year before, a handful of Lincoln cents were accidentally struck in the wrong composition. This time the culprit was the leftover zinc-coated steel planchets.
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What are coin errors?

An error coin is a coin that was manufactured incorrectly by a mint. Many times called mint errors, error coins come in scores of "shapes, sizes and types." The sheer variety of minted errors adds excitement and uniqueness in collecting them.
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What coins are worth a lot of money?

9 of the most valuable coins in the world
  1. The 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar. picture alliance/Getty Images. ...
  2. The 1787 Brasher Doubloon. ...
  3. The 1787 Fugio cent. ...
  4. The 723 Umayyad Gold Dinar. ...
  5. The 1343 Edward III Florin. ...
  6. The 1943 Lincoln Head Copper Penny. ...
  7. The 2007 $1 Million Canadian Gold Maple Leaf. ...
  8. 1913 Liberty Head V Nickel.
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What's the most expensive penny?

1. 1943-D type Lincoln Bronze Penny – $1.7 million. The most expensive penny that has ever been sold at auction is a 1943-D Lincoln penny that had been struck on a bronze planchet.
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How do I know if my coin is worth money?

There are three primary variables that help determine the value of a coin.
  1. Initial Mintage Number. This refers to how many of the coins were originally minted and available in the market.
  2. Coin Grade. The better condition your coin is in, the more valuable it can be.
  3. Demand.
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What can I do with old pennies?

10 Actually Useful Things You Can Do With Pennies
  • Use them as a tire tread gauge. ...
  • Weigh down your curtains. ...
  • Make cool drink coasters. ...
  • Use them as washers. ...
  • Make your own wall art. ...
  • Create a unique floor, wall, or backsplash. ...
  • Fix a wobbly table or chair. ...
  • Make a bowl for your keys, wallet, and sunglasses.
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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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Are 1964 pennies worth anything?

The 1964 penny with no mint mark and the 1964 D 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 no mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $1.50 in PR-65RD condition.
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