Coin hunters, pay attention — a brand-new penny error has officially been confirmed in circulation for 2025!
This rare mistake, called the “V-on-B” designer initials error, is already causing a major buzz among collectors. Early finds are selling for $26–$50, and high-grade pieces could easily hit $1,000+ as awareness spreads.

Here’s your easy step-by-step guide to spotting this brand-new treasure. 

 What Makes the 2025 “V-on-B” Penny Error So Special?

 First official penny error confirmed for 2025

 A mistake involving the famous VDB initials

The “V” was accidentally stamped on top of the “B” — a rare minting mishap!

 Extremely limited finds so far

Only a handful have been confirmed in circulation.

 Big value potential

• Circulated: $26+
• High grade: hundreds
• Graded MS65+: $1,000+

Collectors love early-year errors… and this one has huge upside. 

 How to Spot the “V-on-B” Error in Under 3 Seconds

A simple checklist anyone can follow 

Step  — Find a 2025 Penny

Look in:

• Fresh bank rolls
• Store change
• Coin-star reject trays
• Gas station cash drawers (ask nicely!)

Step  — Locate the Designer Initials “VDB”

You’ll find them on Lincoln’s shoulder (bottom left of the obverse).

Normal coin: V D B
Error coin: V stamped over the B (V-on-B overlap)

Step  — Use a 10× Magnifier 

Check for:

• Clear overlapping of the V and B
• Raised, clean doubling
• No signs of damage, scratches, or tampering

 2025 “V-on-B” Penny Error Value Breakdown

 As more collectors discover this error, these numbers may rise quickly.

 Why This Error Could Become a Big Deal

 First-year error premium — 2025’s first official penny mistake
 Registry collectors fighting to own earliest-confirmed errors
 Historical trends show designer-initial errors can reach thousands

This one checks all the boxes for a future high-value specialty error.

 What to Do If You Find a 2025 “V-on-B” Penny

 Don’t spend it

This is NOT pocket change anymore.

 Handle carefully

Always hold coins by the edges only.

 Store safely

Use:

• 2×2 cardboard holder
• Plastic coin flip
• Hard case if sending for grading

 Get it graded

PCGS or NGC will:

• Authenticate the error
• Give it a grade
• Increase value for collectors

 Sell smart

In your listing or auction title, always include:
“2025 V-on-B Penny ERROR”
Certified examples perform best at auctions and major dealers.

 Common Mistakes to Watch For

•  Scratches or dents from post-mint damage
•  Fake “pressed” initials (glue or residue)
•  Wrong date (make sure it’s 2025)
•  Weight way off from normal ~2.500 grams

If in doubt, get expert confirmation.

 2025–2026 Value Outlook

 Next 6 months: Prices could rise 2–3× as more collectors discover it.
 12 months: MS65+ graded examples may frequently hit $1,000+.
 Long term: If only a small number are found, this could become a multi-thousand-dollar specialty error.

Now is the BEST time to search — before everyone else catches on.

 Free Collector Resources

 Download: 2025 Error Penny Checklist
 Tools: Recommended 10× magnifiers ($5–$10)
 Guide: How to photograph coin errors clearly
 Community: Join our coin-hunting alerts & Q&A group

 Call to Action

Think you found the 2025 “V-on-B” error penny?
 Send photos to trusted experts today — early verification gets the best results!
And don’t forget to share this guide with your fellow collectors so nobody misses this brand-new discovery.