Coin collectors, pay close attention.
A new 2021 penny error is starting to surface, and it’s already selling for over $300 — yet almost nobody is talking about it. 
Even better… these pennies can still be found in everyday change.
One of my followers recently discovered this error, and examples have already sold for more than $300 each.
Let’s break down exactly what this error is, why it’s valuable, and how you can check your own pennies.
WHAT IS THE 2021 MAJOR DIE CRACK PENNY?
This error is caused by a cracked die at the U.S. Mint.
When a minting die begins to crack, metal flows into the damaged area, creating a raised line on the coin’s surface.
On these 2021 Lincoln cents, the crack is:
- Thick and raised
- Clearly visible without magnification
- Often running across Lincoln’s portrait or field
This is considered a major die crack, not a minor hairline crack.
HOW MUCH ARE THEY WORTH?
Recent sales show:
- Circulated examples: $200 – $300
- Strong, dramatic cracks: $300+
- High-grade certified coins: Even higher
Collectors love dramatic errors, and early discoveries always bring strong prices.
WHY THIS ERROR IS SPECIAL
- New variety just being discovered
- Low known population
- Easily visible to the naked eye
- Strong demand from error collectors
Being early on a new error variety is how collectors make the biggest profits.
HOW TO CHECK YOUR 2021 PENNIES (STEP-BY-STEP)
Look for pennies dated 2021
Examine both sides under bright light
Search for thick raised cracks
Compare with online examples
Do NOT clean the coin
Store safely in a flip or capsule
Consider PCGS or NGC grading
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
- Raised line = die crack
- Sunken line = scratch (not valuable)
- Cleaning destroys value
FINAL THOUGHTS
A penny worth one cent could actually be worth $300 or more.
That’s why checking your change matters.
Be early.
Be smart.
Check every penny. 
And don’t forget to like and follow The Coin Channel for more rare coin discoveries.
