Which years of pennies are worth money?

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Many pennies are worth more than their face value, with the most valuable being specific rare dates, error coins, and those made of 95% copper (pre-1982).

What year of pennies are worth keeping?

Some of the most valuable pennies include the 1943 copper Lincoln cent, 1955 double die Lincoln cent, 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent, and the 1873 Indian Head penny with a doubled "LIBERTY".

Why is the 1943 penny worth $1,000,000?

This rare 1943 Lincoln cent is only 1 of 15 known in the world. Photograph courtesy of The Money Museum. This rare cent is one of approximately 15 examples found in circulation. Known as error coins, these rare pennies were made using copper instead of zinc, and were never intended to be struck.

Why is a 1971 penny worth so much?

What makes 1971 Pennies valuable? Despite the myths, 1971 Pennies are not particularly rare or valuable. The Royal Mint struck more than 1.5 billion 1p coins in this year though many have since been withdrawn from circulation. 1971 1p coins can be purchased on eBay for less than £1.

Should I clean old pennies?

Polishing and/or cleaning coins can reduce their value. Older coins that show deep age coloration are more desirable than coins whose surfaces have been stripped away by improper polishing or cleaning. If you do polish a coin to remove dirt, use mild soap and water.

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Should I sell my 1943 steel penny now?

Curious to know “how much is a 1943 steel penny worth now”? The value of a 1943 steel penny, as of 2025, typically ranges from 20 cents to $20, depending on its condition and mint mark. Rare error coins, like the 1943-D steel penny with a doubled mintmark, can be worth several hundred dollars.

What penny is worth $250000 today?

Depending on their condition, those 1943 Lincoln wheat pennies would be worth, at most, between $100,000 and $250,000, Feigenbaum said.

What penny is valued at 2.3 million?

A 1943-D Lincoln Bronze Wheat Penny sold for $1.7 million in 2010 but is valued at $2.3 million in uncirculated mint condition.

How to tell if your penny is rare?

Here's how to tell if your penny is rare and worth more than one cent,according to American Bullion:

  1. Check the Year: The minting year can tell much about a penny's value.
  2. Inspect for Errors: Errors, like double dies or wrong metal use, can significantly increase a penny's value.

Should I cash in my pennies now?

So, what should you do with those pennies now? You can continue to spend them. Retailers will continue to accept pennies if you want to pay with exact change. However, you certainly shouldn't save them in the hopes that their value will increase, as that's unlikely to happen in the near future.

What year pennies are hard to find?

Top 10 Most Valuable, Rare Wheat pennies worth money

  • 1909-S Over Horizontal S Wheat Penny. ...
  • 1914-D Wheat Penny. ...
  • 1922-D No D Wheat Penny. ...
  • 1909-S VDB Wheat Penny. ...
  • 1955 Doubled Die Wheat Penny. ...
  • 1944 Steel Cent Wheat Penny. ...
  • 1943 Bronze Wheat Penny. Value: $100,000-200,000. ...
  • 10 Most Valuable Wheat Pennies. 1931-S: $70-$150.

Can vinegar damage coins when cleaning?

Acid based cleaners will eat away at a coin's surface diminishing its value. According to research professor Vinod Patel, washing common coins with natural white vinegar and iodized salt in distilled water is a non destructive way of cleaning them.

Does cleaning an old penny devalue it?

Coins should never be cleaned or altered, as this negatively affects their value. We realize that there may be the temptation to do so, especially if a coin is heavily oxidized, has PVC damage, is difficult to make out due to heavy toning or is dirty due to improper storage.

Is WD-40 good for cleaning coins?

The oil-base makes WD-40 reasonably effective at removing it without a lot of work. There is of course some sacrifice when this stuff is removed but fortunately the metal underneath is in pretty good condition and the coin, in hand, is much more presentable.

What penny is worth $1,000,000 today?

The 1909-S VDB Penny

One of the most famous million-dollar pennies is the 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent. The “S” mint mark indicates it was minted in San Francisco, and “VDB” represents the initials of Victor David Brenner, the coin's designer.

Why are 1999 pennies worth $4,500?

It's from 1999 and could be worth $4,500 thanks to a little-known error on it. What you want to look for is a 1999 penny with no mint mark, which means no letter under the year on the heads side. As for the tails side, that's where you have to look closely.

What are the top 20 most valuable pennies?

Top 25 most valuable pennies

  • 1944 Steel Wheat Penny - $408,000.
  • 1943 Copper Wheat Penny - $250,000.
  • 1856 Flying Eagle Penny - $25,000.
  • 1924 S Wheat Penny - $12,000.
  • 1873 Indian Head Penny - $10,000.
  • 1858 Flying Eagle Penny - $10,000.
  • 1857 Flying Eagle Penny - $7,000.
  • 1922 D Wheat Penny - $6,000.

What 1958 penny is worth $1,000,000?

Some pennies worth $1 million. Rare Lincoln Wheat Pennies, minted from 1909-1958, are valued anywhere from thousands to millions of dollars. The Lincoln Wheat Penny was the first U.S. coin to feature a president's image.

What pennies are worth money in 2025?

The ten most valuable Indian Head and Lincoln pennies you should be looking for are:

  • 1943 Copper Lincoln Penny: $186,000-$372,000.
  • 1969-S Double Die Lincoln Cent: $41,125-$126,500.
  • 1922 “Plain” Lincoln Cent: $329-$57,500.
  • 1955 Double Die Lincoln Cent: $1,645-$32,400.
  • 1877 Indian Cent: $220-$21,150.