The final 2025 Lincoln pennies ever produced are now at auction—and collectors are going wild. With only 232 sets in existence (each containing three coins, including a 24-karat gold penny), prices are already exploding.
One set has reached $250,000, and some experts believe the final price could climb into the millions. Let’s break down what’s happening, why these coins are so valuable, and whether buying under $50,000 could still be profitable. 
What’s Special About the 2025 Penny Sets?
Each auction lot includes:
1 × 24K Gold Lincoln Penny (2025)- 1 × Philadelphia Mint penny
- 1 × Denver Mint penny
- All coins graded by PCGS
- Omega Privy Mark on each coin
- Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
These are officially the last Lincoln pennies minted in 2025, making them historically significant for U.S. coinage collectors.
Auction Details (Quick Facts)
Auction ends: December 11
Total sets: 232
Time left: ~8 days
Lowest current bids: $10,000
Highest current bid: $250,000
A live bidding stream is planned for the final day of the auction.
Step 1: The $10,000 Sets – Entry Level
Several sets are currently sitting around $10,000.
Typical grading:
Gold penny: Mint State 69
Philadelphia mint: MS65
Denver mint: MS65 Red
Even at $10K, these are expected to sell much higher as the auction closes.
Step 2: Set #1 – Already at $26,000+
Set #1 of 232 carries extra value simply due to its serial number.
Features:
- Same coin grades as standard sets
- COA signed by the Acting Director of the U.S. Mint
- Marked clearly as 001 / 232
Collectors love low serial numbers—this alone pushed the bid to $26,000+.
Step 3: How One Grade Can Change Everything ($42,000 Example)
One set (No. 212) jumped to $42,000 due to one small difference:
- Gold penny: MS69
- Philly penny: MS65
- Denver penny: MS67 Red
That two-point jump in grade on the Denver coin increased the value by over 4×.
This shows how critical coin grading is in modern auctions.
Step 4: The Final Set (#232) – $250,000 and Climbing
This is the crown jewel:
- Gold penny: MS69
- Philly penny: MS64 (surprisingly low)
- Denver penny: MS66
Includes the original coin dies used to strike the final pennies
Even with fingerprints accidentally left on one coin 
, the historical importance dominates.
Why collectors are obsessed:
- Last set ever made (232/232)
- Includes cancelled original dies
- Contains the first-ever gold Lincoln penny
Current bid: $250,000
Predictions:
$2 million – $3 million
Profit Strategy: Buy Under $50,000?
The creator’s strategy is simple:
Target buy price: Under $50,000
Hold for a few years
Possible resale: $75,000+
Above $100K? Too risky.
Under $50K? High potential upside.
What Comes Next?
Further research is planned on:
- PCGS grade population reports
- Highest grades for:
- Philadelphia mint
- Denver mint
- Gold penny (possible MS70?)
This data could heavily influence future market prices.
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Final Thoughts
Whether these sets end at $50,000 or $5 million, one thing is clear:
The last 2025 pennies are already among the most important modern U.S. coin releases ever.
If you’re a collector, investor, or history lover—this auction is one to watch closely.
