What are the best pennies to collect?

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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What valuable pennies should I look for?

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 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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Which pennies can make you rich?

Spare Change Can Really Make You Rich
  • 1982 No Mint Mark Roosevelt Dime. Obviously, the 1982 No Mint Mark Roosevelt dime, has no mint mark. ...
  • 1995 Doubled Die Obverse Lincoln Cent. ...
  • 1943 Lincoln Copper Penny. ...
  • 2005 Speared Bison Jefferson Nickel. ...
  • 2005 Minnesota State Quarters with Extra Trees.
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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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What year of pennies are worth money?

Lincoln pennies that were minted between 1959 and 1982 tend to be worth more since they are almost 100 percent copper, rather than an alloy.
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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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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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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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Why is 1944 wheat penny rare?

The 1944 Lincoln penny is particularly desirable in the eyes of collectors not only because of its design, but also due to its scarcity. Being that there are no more 1944 Lincolns being produced, the scarcity of these coins is constantly on the rise, thus making the coins more valuable.
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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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What is the rarest wheat penny?

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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How much is a 1987 d 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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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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Is a 1971 d penny worth anything?

Although common versions of the 1971 D Lincoln Memorial pennies are worth very little, those that display the Doubled Die Obverse can be worth significantly more. An average grade 1971 D Doubled Die Obverse is worth about $10-$20. Uncirculated examples with heavy doubling have sold for over $150!
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How much is a 2006 d penny worth?

Most 2006 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 2006 penny with no mint mark and the 2006 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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How much is a 1979 d penny worth?

The 1979 penny with no mint mark and the 1979 D penny are each worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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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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How much is a 1972 penny worth?

The 1972 penny with no mint mark and the 1972 D penny are each worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. The 1972 S penny is worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. Proof coins with the S mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $1 in PR 65 condition.
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What are the 10 most valuable wheat pennies?

10 Most Valuable Wheat Pennies
  • 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.
  • 1944 Steel Cent: $75,000-$125,000.
  • 1943 Bronze Cent: $100,000-$200,000.
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