What year is rare for a penny?

1943 Bronze Lincoln
“The most valuable Lincoln cent
Lincoln cent
The Lincoln cent (sometimes called the Lincoln penny) is a one-cent coin that has been struck by the United States Mint since 1909. The obverse or heads side was designed by Victor David Brenner, as was the original reverse, depicting two stalks of wheat (thus "wheat pennies", struck 1909–1958).
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sold privately in 2010 for $1.7 million,” said Stone. In order to preserve copper for the war effort, the U.S.
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What years of pennies are worth money?

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 year is the rare old penny?

Arguably the most valuable one penny coin is the 1933 George V penny, which is worth an estimated value of £72,000. Although this was originally created as a pattern coin – which means it is not intended for release into circulation – it is believed seven were issued, making them extraordinarily rare.
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What penny is worth $1000000?

1943-S Lincoln Cent Sells for $1 Million.
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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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25 Most Valuable Pennies



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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What is the rarest penny?

The 1943 copper-alloy cent is one of the most enigmatic coins in American numismatics — and reportedly the most valuable Lincoln penny of all.
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How much is a 1969-s penny worth?

Circulated 1969-S doubled die cents are generally worth $10,000 USD and up, while uncirculated specimens typically sell for $35,000 to $50,000 or more.
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Which 1982 penny is worth money?

Which 1982 Penny Is Worth The Most? 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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How much is a 1968 d penny worth?

The 1968 D penny and 1968 S 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 the S mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $1 in PR-65RD condition.
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Are 1999 pennies worth anything?

Most 1999 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 1999 penny with no mint mark and the 1999 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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What is a 2013 penny worth?

Most 2013 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 2013 penny with no mint mark and the 2013 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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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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What does a 2009 penny look like on the back?

To celebrate these milestones, the U.S. Mint released a special series of new penny designs for 2009. The new penny designs, which appeared on the reverse, or "tails" side, depict four different periods in the life of revered U.S. President Abraham Lincoln. While the obverse remains unchanged.
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Are 1983 pennies worth anything?

Most 1983 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 1983 penny with no mint mark and the 1983 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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Is a 1966 penny rare?

Most 1966 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their weight in copper. The current copper melt value for each penny is about $0.02. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1966 penny with no mint mark is worth around $0.20 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade.
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How much is a 1985 penny worth?

Since over 5 billion 1985 pennies were minted, the value of your 1985 penny is more than likely only face value. Even in uncirculated condition, the 1985 penny is worth only a mere $0.25.
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How much is a 1971 s penny worth?

The 1971 D penny and 1971 S penny are each 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 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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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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How much is a 2017 P penny worth?

The 2017 P penny is worth around $0.50 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. The 2017 D penny is worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. The 2017 S proof penny is worth around $5 in PR 65 condition.
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How much is a 1988 penny worth?

Most 1988 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 1988 penny with no mint mark and the 1988 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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