What is a 1917 penny worth today?

Wholesale and Retail Value of a 1917 Penny
According to J.M. Bullion's evaluations, the majority of 1917 pennies average wholesale worth ranges from approximately $0.30 in good condition, $0.50 to in fine condition, $4 in extremely fine condition, and $10 if uncirculated.
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What makes a 1917 penny rare?

No Mintmark Under Date: Philadelphia Mint Struck the Coin

On a rarity scale 1917 wheat cents are Abundant. Philadelphia struck the highest mintage to date of 196,425,785 pieces. There is an increase in value for coins with just light circulation wear.
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How much is a 1917 penny worth with no mint mark?

The 1917 wheat penny with no mint mark is worth around $0.50 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $2. In extremely fine condition the value is around $5.
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How much is a 1917 d penny worth today?

USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1917-D Lincoln Wheat Penny is Worth $1.13 in Average Condition and can be Worth $91 to $140 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition.
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Are Victorian pennies worth anything?

A rare Victorian penny has fetched a record £37,200 after a fierce bidding war broke out at the London auction house Baldwin's. The 1882 Young head Bronze Penny has long been considered the most prized coin of its era.
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THIS PENNY SOLD FOR $5,000 - 1917 WHEAT PENNIES WORTH BIG MONEY



How much are George V pennies worth?

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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What is the error on a 1917 wheat penny?

The 1917 Doubled Die Obverse DDO Lincoln Wheat Cent (Penny) is one of the more valuable doubled die errors. This can best be identified by noticing the doubling of the words "IN GOD WE TRUST" and the 1917 doubled date as depicted in the example image above. Example Image Courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
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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 is the rarest penny?

10 Most Valuable Old Pennies and What They're Worth
  • 1944 Steel Lincoln Penny - About $375,000. ...
  • 1958 Double Die Lincoln Penny - About $336,000. ...
  • 1909 VDB Proof Lincoln Penny - About $269,000. ...
  • 1856 Flying Eagle Cent - About $173,000. ...
  • 1864 Indian Head Penny With L - About $161,000. ...
  • 1914-D Lincoln Penny - About $159,000.
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What are red wheat pennies worth?

Most wheat cents (wheat pennies were minted between 1909 and 1956) are worth about 4 to 5 cents. Those in better condition can have double-digit value. Special examples (especially those in near perfect condition) can be worth much more. Indian Head pennies from 1859 to 1879 are generally worth more than $10.
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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 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 years of coins are worth money?

14 of the most valuable coins
  • 1972 doubled die obverse Lincoln Memorial cent.
  • 2004 D Wisconsin quarter, Extra Leaf Low variety.
  • Sacagawea Cheerios dollar.
  • 2008-W silver eagle reverse of 2007.
  • 1879 $4 Gold Stella.
  • 1955 doubled die Lincoln penny.
  • 1927-D Saint-Gaudens double eagle.
  • 1894-S Barber dime.
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Are any old English pennies valuable?

Even so, one of the most valuable coins ever sold is a 1p - the 1933 'old penny', which in 2016 sold for £72,000 at auction.
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Why is the 1933 penny so rare?

The reason so few were produced was that the Royal Mint had a surplus of penny coins in 1932, and did not need any more in the following year. Most of the 1933 pennies are in private hands, although one of the Pattern versions is in the Royal Mint's museum.
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Is a 1934 penny worth anything?

1934 is a pivotal year in wheat penny values. Circulated coins below the grade of Extremely Fine are now found in large quantities. Average circulated condition coins are worth a few cents each. In contrast any date prior to 1934 is well above this minimum value in similar condition.
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What is the rarest Victorian coin?

The 1869 “bun head” penny, which had a mintage of only 2,580,000, represents one of the rarest coins in the Victorian penny series.
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What is the rarest Queen Victoria penny?

A rare Victorian penny has fetched a record £37,200 after a fierce bidding war broke out at the London auction house Baldwin's. The 1882 Young head Bronze Penny has long been considered the most prized coin of its era.
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What Queen Victoria coins are valuable?

Victoria, Crown (Jubilee Head) Very Good

The Crown is the largest and most valuable silver coin struck in her reign. The Jubilee Head Crown was only struck from 1887-1892.
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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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Where can I sell valuable pennies?

Best places to sell coins online
  • CoinsForSale.com Only 5% to sell. No listing fee.
  • Heritage Auctions 10% fee. Consignment program.
  • Ebay 12.35% + $. 030 fee, plus listing fees. ...
  • Apmex Well known. But won't pay until after you've shipped your coins.
  • Modern Coin Mart Won't pay you until after you've sent them your coins.
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What years of wheat pennies are valuable?

10 Most Valuable Wheat Pennies
  • 1931-S: $70-$150.
  • 1917 Doubled Die: $100-$5,000.
  • 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.
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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 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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