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.

What's so special about a 1917 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.

Are pennies from 1917 worth anything?

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.

What is a 1917 wheat penny with no mint mark worth?

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.

How rare is a 1917 penny?

1917 Lincoln penny

All three mints produced 284,169,785 pennies in 1917. However, you will hardly find this coin in the mint state today since a significant number was in circulation for a long.

THIS PENNY SOLD FOR $5,000 - 1917 WHEAT PENNIES WORTH BIG MONEY

What is the most 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.

What is the rarest penny?

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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What does no mint mark mean?

If the date of a US coin is written without a mintmark, it means that the coin has no mintmark and was (usually) minted in Philadelphia. Coins without mintmarks made in Philadelphia are sometimes referred to as, for example, 1927-P, even though there may be no mintmark on the coin.

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.

What could a penny buy in 1917?

That's because in those days, a penny could be exchanged for special treats like a broad selection of sugary penny-candies, such as bubble gum, licorice, jaw breakers, peppermint sticks, taffy or lollipops.

What years of wheat pennies are valuable?

What penny is worth $1000000?

1943-S Lincoln Cent Sells for $1 Million.

What are some rare pennies to look for?

What pennies should I look for?

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.

How do I know if my coin is worth money?

What is the oldest penny?

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

What year is 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.

What are the 20 most valuable wheat pennies?

What should I look for in a wheat penny?

This coin is easily identified by the "S" under the date on the obverse and Brenner's initials "V.D.B." on the reverse. Beware of counterfeit and altered coins. Unscrupulous individuals will try to add the mint mark "S" to the obverse of a Philadelphia minted 1909 VDB Lincoln penny.

What wheat pennies have errors?

The Rare 1958 Doubled Die Lincoln Wheat Penny

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.