What is a 1937 wheat penny worth?

The 1937 wheat penny with no mint mark is worth around $0.15 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $0.50. In extremely fine condition the value is around $1. In uncirculated condition the price is around $3 for coins with an MS 60 grade.
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What makes a 1937 wheat penny valuable?

1937 cents are part of the second era of the wheat cent series (1934 to 1958). All varieties of 1937 pennies are beginning to have a premium value beginning with the Extremely Fine grade. Large mintages are not indicating the true number of collector quality coins available today.
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Is a 1937 copper penny worth anything?

1937 Penny Types. The 1937 Lincoln penny is not a silver coin, so it is without a melt value. Its composition makes copper, tin, and zinc, making its value low in most grades.
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What year of wheat penny is most valuable?

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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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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1937 PENNY VALUE - VALUABLE PENNIES WORTH MONEY



What are the top 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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How much is a 1937 penny with no mint mark?

The 1937 wheat penny with no mint mark is worth around $0.15 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $0.50. In extremely fine condition the value is around $1. In uncirculated condition the price is around $3 for coins with an MS 60 grade.
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What penny is the rarest?

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 penny is worth the most?

The finest known 1792 Birch cent sold at a Heritage auction in 2015 for nearly $2.6 million, making it the most ever paid for a one-cent piece at auction, he said. A penny's worth depends on its quality and rarity.
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What does no mint mark mean on a penny?

No mint marks appeared on circulating coins from 1965 to 1967. The Coinage Act of 1965 eliminated mint marks to discourage collecting while the Mint worked to meet the country's coinage needs. Mint marks were placed on the reverse of coins until 1968 when they moved to the obverse.
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How do you clean wheat pennies?

Vinegar. A common ingredient in DIY eco-friendly cleaners, the acetic acid in white vinegar can help wear away the contamination on your coins. Soak your coins in a glass or other non-corrosive container for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight, and then wipe with a clean cloth or scrub gently with an old toothbrush.
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What years of coins are worth money?

Rare Coins You Should Be Looking For
  • 1877 Indian cent – $750+
  • 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent – $650+
  • 1914-D Lincoln Wheat cent – $175+
  • 1955 Lincoln doubled die obverse cent – $1,000+
  • 1969-S Lincoln doubled die cent – $25,000+
  • 1972 Lincoln doubled die cent – $300+
  • 1885 Liberty nickel – $350+
  • 1937 3-Legged Buffalo nickel – $450+
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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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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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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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What year pennies are worth keeping?

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. Improperly prepared dies can result in coins with a "double" image.
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Are all 1944 wheat pennies valuable?

How Much Is My 1944 Penny Worth? If it's a normal 1944, 1944-D, or 1944-S cent, it isn't worth much. They are some of the most common of common-date Wheat cents. Prices range from around 20 cents in circulated condition, to 35 cents in uncirculated.
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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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Is a 1953 D wheat penny worth anything?

1953-D Wheat Penny Worth. The 1953-D Wheat Penny value ranges from around one hundred dollars to upwards of seven thousand dollars for some of the highest documented grades on the market today.
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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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