I'd like to answer some of your questions although most of you probably won't like my answers, -Jesus Alvidrez , The only way to tell is weigh it, if if weighs 2.5 grams, it's a penny, if it weighs 3.11 grams it's a money coin.- Kimbrella Jude, a 1994 no mint mark penny is simply from the Philadelphia mint, they only printed the P on the 2017 to celebrate the Anniversary of the mint. 1995 d, I have a idaho quater that weight 4.7 gram and it oval shape what that mean. Copyright © 2004-2021 The Fun Times Guide | Privacy Policy | About | Contact | Sitemap, problem-free coins in a grade of Good or better. Philadelphia and San Francisco, the other mints at the time, were involved minting other coinage denominations. Our most valuable pennies list includes coins starting in 1856 up to the present (2021) - including rare penny errors and rare varieties that could still actually be found in pocket change. I also have a 1909 roosevelt penny with VDV at the back. As far as value goes, this penny is worth a few hundred dollars. 1. In the close AM design, the letters "A" and "M" in "AMERICA" on the back of the penny touch, whereas in the wide AM design there is a gap between them. Any answers as to what I may have as in type of error and value. I found 1911 penny, trying to see the value. I primarily collect and study U.S. coins produced during the 20th century. 1911-D – $5. That year, the U.S. Mint made pennies out of steel, then coated them in zinc for extra shine. I have a 1992 D bronze wide AM Lincoln penny with double die, is it worth anything? What is that considered and is it worth anything? Other rare designs include the 2011 Olympic 50p’s and the highly collectable Peter Rabbit 2018 coins. Without further ado, my Top 10 Rare Canadian Pennies! However, it also accidentally made a copper batch. Ten Valuable Pennies Still in Circulation Today. Here are 4 of the best places to find rare pennies: Next up: Most Valuable Nickels – A List Of Silver Nickels, Buffalo Nickels & Old Nickels Worth Holding Onto! I do have a few things to share. Get ready… it’s a long list! I have a 1971 steel rim penny anyone know about it? I have a 1980 horseshoe and sham rock pennie. I started my collection in 1955. The Most Valuable Pennies in Circulation. It’s also one of my favorite coins! 1936 Dot Penny Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions. -Tim Fox you have 3 worn coins. Would that be a error? If you look closely or compare it to another penny from the same year, you will easily notice this error. This penny is the undisputed “King” of Canadian Pennies! How to detect: Look for a clear doubling of the entire obverse ("heads" side) except for the mint mark. -greg.bayes if you have a 1995 ddo in MS 63 it's worth $65.00 -Ahnya Neeze Mmm pancakes- Changedmydime, 1982 small date, it's got to have the D mint Mark, and weigh 3.11 grams to be worth money.-Misty Mathew- sounds like post mint damage. I have seen them go for $4,000-$5,000. All coins in 1943 were made out of steel because of World War II. I was blown away by how much some of these coins are worth. I found a 1978 penny with some sort of clad error, is that common ? You may have some coins worth money sitting in your pocket right now. Once you have any of this coins that are mentioned below, get yourself a coin appraiser to help determine its worth. I've been away from my coins for a long time due to illness but I'm back in! I have a penny that is stamped 3 times with the word trust, wrote upside down and backwards, on the wrong side of the penny. Unfortunately, the vast majority of Lincoln Wheat pennies found in circulation, inherited folder collections, or in jars of old coins are worth less than 10 cents apiece. i would like to ask you a question, please? I have a wheat penny that I can't make out the year because it looks like it has a lot of mileage on it. The list above also doesn’t include proof Lincoln cents — which you wouldn’t ordinarily find in circulation. They're often valuable for vastly different reasons — like the World War II-era coins minted from atypical metals, or double-printed pennies — … In the same box, I found a 1947 King George VI Canadian penny. I have 1993 penny with close AM, and FG is Close, how much its worth today? I was wondering if there are close \ wide AM on other denominatins besides just the penny? 1858 Flying Eagle Penny - Worth $10,000. The dates listed below are worth more than just a few cents (unlike most of the ones referenced above): 1909 — $3 and up. It is the rarity that gives this coin its higher value. If you are lucky enough to find one, their value can range from $1,000 and up. Must read: How To Determine The Grade Of A Coin. If you are curious about value you can check eBay and look thru their “sold” coins or subscribe to Coin Opp and Couch Collectibles on YouTube. THE rarest and most valuable coins of 2020 have been revealed with the Kew Gardens 50p still top of the list. greg.bayes@gmail.com on September 04, 2019: I ate pancakes for breakfast two weeks ago. I have several pennies with the A and M touching when viewing them through a magnifying glass. The letters under the dates are mint marks...some are nicer than others being that older ones were hand punched while newer are stamped with the die. My dad collected pennies with us as kids, we have older and newer pennies. All of these coins are quite scarce, with only 220,000 of each of them entering circulation. I am reading some of these comments SMDH...lol. -Beverly Enriquez - Sent your 93 wide AM to PCGS or NGC and have it graded, then sell it.- Noel Ricafrente- They're both worth a penny. Throughout its history, the Royal Canadian Mint has produced some of the rarest coins on earth. In fact, with the exceptions of major errors and varieties, no Lincoln wheat penny struck after 1933 is worth more than 10 cents in worn condition, and most are worth only 2 or 3 cents. Is accidentally filled with grease not allowing the planchet to be pressed properly into its intended die leaving it smooth or partial missing etc. If you want to know what your U.S. penny is worth, then read on! MarkedMoneyTech from Granite City, Illinois on February 15, 2020: Very Valuable Content! There are only a few known to exist, but it is believed that there may be more out there. These coins can reach values of $10,000 or more! I have a pink penny 2017 d is itworth anything doesnt feel like a regular penny. i thought only 1909 had the "VDB" initials. Find out which pennies you should look out … Although it is not as valuable as the other pennies above, it still can fetch a price of $250. I’ve contributed hundreds of articles for various coin publications including COINage, The Numismatist, Numismatic News, Coin Dealer Newsletter, Coin Values, and CoinWeek. A list of the most valuable pennies that you should be looking for in your pocket change. -Duh ,Duh -nuff said. The last Canadian pennies were struck at the Royal Canadian Mint in Winnipeg on May 4, 2012. mikeyy32569@gmail.com on October 30, 2019: Did you see that I have maybe 30 of them there/d r ur welcome to the club and the other one else can have it for value of 2. 7 Rare and Valuable Pennies Found in Circulation Today 1. and value? :D. I believe I might have a 1982 small date copper cent.is there any wa y I can send you pictures of it? Spelling and grammar are horrible in so many public posts. This erroneous rarity has a price tag of £100. Here is a list of ten valuable pennies that might be in your pocket change right now. Lincoln pennies are the first coins I ever collected when I initially charted my path in the hobby back in 1992, and it’s by far the coin series I’m most often asked about from readers here at The Fun Times Guide. The error on... 3. This title goes to the 1992/93 UK EC Presidency 50p, with a mintage of just 109,000 – almost half of the Kew Gardens! In 1993, all pennies switched to the close AM design. Condition is another; coins that stayed out of circulation may retain their original coloring and fine details, greatly adding to their value. I have a penny thats been through circulation so much that its almost completely smooth. Find all of your pennies from 1992 and check their backsides. what is it worth? I have a 1927 wheat penny is worth anything no mint mark with no steel. And you definitely cant see a date. You can get anywhere from $5 to $70 for the 1998 and 2000 pennies depending on their condition. Most Valuable Coins. Pure copper. You guess it, double die searching. Lincoln's head is partially filled. Put it in your safe deposit box after you take some clear photos of both sides. The interesting thing here is that the steel is worth far less than the original material. Rarest and most valuable 2p Coins Thanks for sharing! Of the 136m released into circulation from 2008-09, roughly 100,000 were affected. Images of America: The United States Mint in Philadelphia. 1943 Steel Penny - A similar story explains the creation of a steel nickel during the war, as copper was being used for electronic wiring. Anyone Know the value? Well, here’s a cheat sheet of the most valuable pennies to keep. 1909-S — $85 and up. I have a penny that has a missing 3rd number,19 6 and also missing B in LIBERTY, OTHERWISE IN REALLY GREAT SHAPE, besides what looks like a "powder burn if you will" that you can about make out what it should have been. Just make sure you don’t get rid of any of the rare pennies on this list! Be sure to check your pockets! the third one is a coin with a retangular block below lincolns chest. I also have several pennies from 1978 to 2018 with no mint marks. what pennies have the initials "VDB" on it? 1873 Indian Head Penny - Worth $10,000. This is another coin that has distinct doubling on the obverse (front) side of the coin. Canadians with pennies to spare were asked to take their pennies to banks and other financial institutions so that they could be taken out of circulation … 1984 Double Ear. I found a 1920 penny while coin roll hunting a couple months back and can’t tell if it has a mint mark because the 2 and the 0 are both worn down, 0 almost not visible at all. Rarity is a significant factor in determining a penny's value. As of now our database consists almost entirely of coins from 1880s-2021, as we wanted to focus mostly on coins that were readily accessible and possibly still in circulation. 1909 VDB — $10 and up. And which pennies you should be holding onto, rather than spending? Find out which pennies you should look out for when counting your change. My love for coins began when I was 11 years old. If you want to know the sale prices of Wheat Pennies quickly, you can see them below. I have a 1975 roosevelt dime that i am thinking of selling. I dont see damage. I'm new to this . In November 2008, a number of 20p ‘mule’ coins were incorrectly minted and were left without a date. Jovonjacobsbrown@gmail.com on April 27, 2019: I have a 1960 D and 1968 D pennie is it worth anything. Their values have decreased over time because more are being found, but they still offer good profits. It’s part of a series of reverses from 2009. Those from 1999 can reach a value near $100 or more. 1943 Copper Wheat Penny - Worth $85,782. The famous 2009 Kew Gardens 50p remains the most coveted coin in circulation, with a mintage of just 210,000. 1944 Steel Wheat Penny - Worth $110,334. I’m also the editor at the Florida United Numismatists Club (FUN Topics magazine), and author of Images of America: The United States Mint in Philadelphia (a book that explores the colorful history of the Philadelphia Mint). I'm the Coin Editor here at TheFunTimesGuide. These rare coins from around the world, all minted since 1995, are worth checking in your pocket change. I’m a member of the American Numismatic Association (ANA) and the Numismatic Literary Guild (NLG) and have won multiple awards from the NLG for my work as a coin journalist. Old coins are not junks because they can fetch you a fortune, although these coins are mostly no longer in circulation. I’ve authored nearly 1,000 articles here at The Fun Times Guide to Coins (many of them with over 50K shares), and I welcome your coin questions in the comments below! Use this cheat sheet to see which pennies are worth saving and which ones are worth spending…. 1. Seriously people learn to spell and write what your explaining in detail. I found a 1969 floating roof penny was wonder the value or where could I get the best appraise for rare coins in the Memphis TN area. Demas W Jasper from Today's America and The World Beyond on February 23, 2020: Check the web, local supermarket, Amazon, and coin store for catalogs so R. R. Hale need not answer routine comments as to normal coin values. 2007 Australian Double Obverse 5 Cent I would just like to say , that you fellows do a very excellent job !!! I have 1963 pennies which one is valuable the 1963 S or 1963 D ? Crystal & Jake ..Crystal first, it would help to know what you have exactly to be able to even come close to a real (if any) value..Jake ..A 1997 Penny with and 'O' above the date is probably a bad carbon spot,newer Zinc pennies are know for spotting. It is widely available and easy to find in good condition, making it a very affordable and fun collection for any contemporary coin collector. -N jacob , yes you can sell your 1944 D penny, for 1 cent. Rarest and most valuable 20p Coins. 1857 Flying Eagle Penny - Worth $7,000. How do you find out what its worth? 7.) TY. Those minted in the year 2000 are the most common whereas the ones from 1999 are the rarest. I have a 1998 D with those initials and it seems to have been stamped over another coin. I have a 1975 D Lincoln cent wide a.m. ....is this worth anything. I need help I'm a. disable V N VETRAN I have a time trying to post a picture of my coin. Well here you go — a list of the most valuable pennies, each worth more than $1 apiece! In addition to the pennies mentioned above, here are some other pennies worth money: And here’s my video explaining how to tell if you’ve got a valuable penny or not: Do you know where to look for the most valuable pennies? 1. Chris Carver from Marysville, WA on February 01, 2020: I found a 1976 penny no denomination that is the size of a dime but the edges are rounded and looks like a ring on its side and I can't seem to find any information about it online and when I took it into the shops near me the first was very rude and almost didn't even give me a chance to show my findings at Odyssey coin and collections in Washington, I don't recommend them to anyone with how I was treated either. I have a penny from 1982 D small date made out of copper is it worth anything, I have a penny 1994 no mint mark could someone tell me is this done by a person or is it a error coin because it is really beat up but how do I add the picture lol. These are the ones you want to find. You all seem like a bunch of 3rd graders. Also I have 2 1969 S Pennies that are also ddo ddr and in great shape. A few known copper coins escaped from the mint. Auction records are almost always held by uncirculated coins, but when it comes to rare coins, lower grade coins are also worth many times more than face value. I have steel wheat pennies, 1945, 1945s & 1945D what is value. It can barelybarely be made out. Here are the most important types of Lincoln pennies you should be keeping: So now that you have a good idea of which types of pennies to keep, you’re probably wondering about specific dates.eval(ez_write_tag([[580,400],'thefuntimesguide_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_2',800,'0','0'])); Well, here’s a cheat sheet of the most valuable pennies to keep. (liberty). Not only does this make Canadian coins super fun to collect, but they’re also some of the best investment-grade collectibles around. I've contributed hundreds of articles for various coin publications including COINage, The Numismatist, Numismatic News, Coin Dealer Newsletter, Coin Values, and CoinWeek. However, there are a few that have the wide design. Rarest 50p coin designs released into circulation in 2019 Rarest 50p coin designs in circulation: Happy hunting all! 1969-S Doubled Die Obverse. To Jerry's March 14 Writer: The description of the penny makes it a very, very unusual error. Doubled die coins have an additional, noticeable, misaligned image on them due to an error during the die hubbing process. 1856 Flying Eagle Penny - Worth $25,000. 1911, 1917 , 1919 ,1920 , 1934, 1935 ,1936 1937 ,1938, 1939,1940, 1941 ,1942 l want to sales, I have a 1993 d penny with the Am connecting and it's double die. Hope this helps! If you can track down one of these rarities, it could be worth anywhere from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand depending on its condition. A few copper pennies were accidentally produced and a rare coin was born. I’m the Coin Editor here at TheFunTimesGuide. 25 Most Valuable US Pennies. Do you know what this might be worth? Therefore, the pennies from 1992 should have a noticeable space between the "A" and the "M." So if there is no space between the "A" and "M "on the backside of yours, then you have a rare coin worth thousands depending on its condition (prices start near $1000). Missing the In God We Trust . In 1993, the penny switched to a close AM design—the two letters actually touch! I found a 1986 penny in extra fine condition with no (in) in the in god we trust I have not found any others on the internet any idea of the value? Filed Under: Coin Values, Hobbies & Crafts Tagged With: Kids Collecting Coins, Lincoln Cents, Pennies, Pocket Change, Rare Coins. thank you. This list and the prices are current as of 2021. Fred iy sounds like you have a grease filled die strike. The “man sitting on the log” is Abraham Lincoln! This shows you the difference between a close AM penny and a wide AM. but would need microscope to see if there is a space between the two. Of all the coins ever made by the United States Mint since 1793, arguably the most popular and widely collected among them are Lincoln pennies.eval(ez_write_tag([[728,90],'thefuntimesguide_com-box-3','ezslot_10',803,'0','0'])); The Lincoln cent (technically, only Great Britain officially has a denomination called the “penny”) is a favorite among collectors young and old, rich and poor. I'm a member of the American Numismatic Association (ANA) and the Numismatic Literary Guild (NLG) and have won multiple awards from the NLG for my work as a coin journalist. 6.) The coins on this list are some of the most valuable Canadian coins in the world. The term 'doubled die' refers to an error in the minting process in which a coin is struck... 2. I have a 2007 penny the 7 in the year has a line going across the 7 & there's a V in the top of the head of the president the edges are misformed . I have 3 or 4 1968 S pennies that are in very good shape and they all are ddo DDR pennies. The 1943 copper penny is very valuable. i have a 1943 copper penny it looks great, I have a 1997 lincoln pennie red with a close am in circulation grade very fine. That’s only 10,000 more than the infamously scarce Kew Gardens 50p, which can sell for upwards of £100. 1983 Doubled Die Reverse. I have a 1943 and 1944 steel pennies or can I sell them I have a bunch of wheat pennies, I have a 1959 Lincoln memorial penny. at first, i thought it was just a penny but i came here and saw the pennies, and frozed. I have a 1972 close AM no mint mark penny. The Rarest Canadian Pennies. Reeves2522@, I have a penny that is missing the "I" the "N" the "U" The "T" in the "IN GOD WE TRUST", and in the 1963 part it's missing the "3", I have a penny that has two letter and it press in the penny and the back of the penny not right about it how do I just get some one to just look and see what they think, i have a rosevelt dime with a bar thru roosevelts head, it even moved the G in GOD to the left. A few copper pennies were accidentally produced and a rare coin was born. Roni Mulkey from Marysville California on March 31, 2019: I have came across a 2004 close am penny I want to sell it. thank you for sharing your knowledge. Mint mark: S ; Face value: $0.01; Estimated value: $10,000; While copper pennies are the standard today, this has not always been the case. The U.S. Mint decided to use steel instead of copper because they needed the copper for military equipment during World War 2. 15 Valuable old coins you should look out for 1) 1894-S Barber Dime: one of the most prized coins in America. The 1969-S penny is also a doubled die. But I'll post my profile picture of the penny if anyone can help me. 3.) Why do I have a 2017 Lincoln cent with a Philadelphia "P" mint markyet the years around it don't have it. I encourage all coin collectors to do the same. Good condition? The 1984 double ear penny is often also referred to as a doubled die obverse error. These pennies are scarce, but there are more out there somewhere. Both side are backsides. Estimated coin prices and values in our database are updated twice per year. 4.) You might have a valuable penny in your possession. This is for pennies from the years 1992, 1993, 1998, 1999, and the 2000. I have a 1944 Lincoln cent with no mint mark, what's it worth? Then contact Antique Roadshow for a link to professional coin appraisers, and get in touch with one or more of them for their appraisals and advice. Also I was wondering why the 2009 pennies have 4 different reverse (tails side) does anyone know? In 1943, all copper pennies were made out of steel. Currently the Kew Gardens 50p is the rarest coin in circulation, but did you know that it isn’t actually the UK’s rarest 50p? 5.) So sad. Wondering which pennies are worth more than face value? I have a 2000 D penny that appears to be stuck 3 times. Be sure to check your pockets! tks, I found a 1986 penny in x-fine condition no in ( in god we trust) t any idea the value i have not found any on the internet tks. I have a question the edge of a penny, some edges are wider and other side is real thin. Get ready… it’s a long list! Looking for how much it could possibly be worth.. i have a 1886 indian head penny is it worth anything, Have a 2001 penny and the person on it is not Lincoln it a us penny. This most valuable coin list is dynamic and is based upon the few thousand or so United States coins found in our ever growing database (updated: 2021). These 43 pennies commonly found in circulation are worth 100 … Very few … I dont know if this worth more tban a penny, I have a 1969 penny couple of errors the r and t are slashed it shows 1269 instead little beat up tho,someone told it's very common is it really,the person that told me got upset cuse I didn't sold it to him,he offered 5 dollars, Hi my 1969 has close AM but I thought 1955 to 1992 had wide am. For the world's rarest and most coveted pennies in the world, values are well over $100,000 and approaching $2 million. i have a 1985 Lincolon penny with no L in liberty. This is a rare doubled die penny from 1955. Identity of the Denver mint is the "D" mintmark under the date. 1909-S VDB — $750 and up. You might have a valuable penny in your possession. Would it be possible to get a general estimation of approximately what it could go for in auction at this time. He might write more articles you will enjoy. I primarily collect and study U.S. coins produced during the 20th century. neat, what can you tell me about it. Note: A few pennies minted in 1997 also had the same error. The pennies that aren’t on this list are worth only a nominal amount — usually between 3 cents and $1. You can clearly see it has been stamped twice. I have a 1955 D penny with the first letter of Liberty is in small case. 1910-S – $15. The doubling on this penny is found on the reverse (back) side of the coin. It only has a 19 printed for the date. Wheat Pennies are part of the Lincoln Pennies family and probably one of the most valuable old coins. The entire reverse is missing .. only a shadow of the memorial with a series of numbers clearly printed all over the back side. 1943 Copper Penny In 1943, copper was needed for the war effort, so it was not used to create coins during this time. If the mint mark is doubled, it is probably a case of strike doubling, rather than a doubled die, which isn't worth much. Once again, look for doubling at the top where "IN GOD WE TRUST" is printed. You can easily see the doubling if you look at the top of it, above Lincoln's head, where it reads, "IN GOD WE TRUST." What do I do with it now? 1.) -Chris couch- a 1971 steel rim penny is a fake coin.-Lily- Robert- Jerry need Value estimate -Have them graded, - Savannahmiller- it's considered worn down and worth a penny.-Valentine -Sounds gross selling Panties?- Millie Ann Cummings- those aren't rare, very common pennies- and finally - Patricia- I'll buy it for 10 bucks. This happens when the die containing the letter,number,etc. 1943 Bronze Lincoln. PCGS graded the coin AU-55, and it is valued at approximately $24,000. Grease from maintenance,is used to lubricate the die pins or falling feom other greased mechanics causing the error. Most 1914-D cents were now worn from circulation, they had become a rare penny. It was unbelievable. Good luck! i found a coin and brought it home and looked at it. Any thoughts? However, i could be wrong !! Looking carefully, if you have the right coin, you will clearly see that the ear is doubled. I have a 1963 d prnny that has Liberty error, I found a 98 close am .Circulated Hmy Happy Hunting. Like to sell or know more about it. 1943 Lincoln Head Copper Penny. Now that I've finished my research, I want to share my results with you. Most Valuable Nickels – A List Of Silver Nickels, Buffalo Nickels & Old Nickels Worth Holding Onto! I do have pictures I look forward to your email thank you for your time, I have a 1970s but im not xure if its a large date or a small date. 1922 No "D" Lincoln Cent. You can clearly see the doubling in "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and the date. I found one cent of penny for1976 without mint mark and i on check the weight is really same. This penny has visible doubling on the front of the coin. Even though this coin is very rare, it is still being found today. I've also authored nearly 1,000 articles here at The Fun Times Guide to Coins (many of them with over 50K shares), and I welcome your coin questions in the comments below! I have a 1992 close AM coin where can I sell it, I have a 1969 s penny that looks like it's double died is it worth anything and how much. I'm also the editor at CDN Publishing (a trusted source for the price of U.S. rare coins), editor at the Florida United Numismatists Club (FUN Topics magazine), and author of Images of America: The United States Mint in Philadelphia (a book that explores the colorful history of the Philadelphia Mint). I have a wheat penny that only has half of the date on it. My love for coins began when I was 11 years old. Is it worth keeping. I have a 1 cent from 1984 where the writing "one cent" is the opposite way. Happy hunting! There are plenty of coin books out there along with YouTube videos and websites like CopperCoins, CoinHelpyou, PCGS and many more that will tell you about which Lincoln cents are rare and why. In 1984, a few pennies escaped the eye of the U.S. Mint with doubling seen on Lincoln's ear. Dwpending on how many are struck with errrors and how many are put in circulation or how it looks or its location are some things that can deteemine its value .Hopes this helps to understanding it better. What you are looking for is the placement of the letters "A" and "M" in the word "AMERICA." Coming in at number 1 on this list of rare Canadian pennies is the renown 1936 “dot” penny. Does it have any value? are these error coins? Demas W Jasper from Today's America and The World Beyond on November 18, 2019: If readers are serious about having fun searching for valuable pennies and other coins, get a list showing values for them at any coin store, and enjoy the hunting. The 1943 copper penny is very valuable. Omg Duh, took the words right outta my mouth. Its value can reach the thousands. There’s no guarantee that the A-Z 10ps will ever sell for that much, however, and at the moment they’re considered much less valuable.