If you’re a coin collector or simply have money stashed away in drawers or forgotten places around your home, it’s worth taking a look. The reason is that if you have rare penny specimens, you might have one of these coins that sell for up to $840,000. These are five rare Lincoln pennies coin, considered a treasure for those serious about numismatics. So, if you think you might have any of these coins stored at home, pay close attention to the details we provide in this article, where we indicate each of these coins that recently went up for auction.
1943-S Bronze Penny
This is a rare bronze penny from 1943-S, minted by the San Francisco Mint, which went up for auction for $504,000. This coin was minted in bronze instead of steel during wartime. Its characteristics include brown (crimson) tones with very clear details, such as Lincoln’s hair strands or the wheat stalks on the reverse of the coin. Additionally, it has a small zinc spot next to the date. The value of this coin lies in its history and antique condition.
1943-D Bronze Penny
In this case, this bronze penny is the only one that exists from the Denver Mint. This coin is valued at $840,000 and was mistakenly minted in bronze, as pennies were made of steel in those years to save copper. This specimen is olive brown with a crimson tint. It also has a mint luster that reveals the details of Lincoln and the wheat stalks, making it a “Choice” example.
1944-S Steel Penny
The value of this coin (steel penny) is $373,750, and it is one of only two that were minted in 1944. This is the only uncirculated example, mistakenly minted after copper production resumed following World War II.
1943 Philadelphia Bronze Penny
In this case, the 1943 bronze penny from Philadelphia sells for $372,000, and it is believed to be one of 20 pennies mistakenly minted in bronze. This penny was discovered in 1957, when its legend was strengthened by the saying that it could be exchanged for a new car.
1943 Lincoln Bronze Penny
The last of these coins, the 1943 Lincoln bronze penny, is one of 10 to 15 known examples and went up for auction for $348,000. It has brown tones with reddish highlights. If you find any of these coins around your home it will be viral, tucked away in a drawer, you now know that you have a piece of United States history. Not only that, but it could also be a significant financial windfall, as these are little treasures for coin collectors.
