Is there a $10,000+ penny hiding in your pocket change right now?
At CoinVerse.Pro, we help collectors uncover rare Lincoln Memorial cents that most people accidentally spend. Today, you’ll learn the Top 5 valuable pennies you can still find in everyday circulation.
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#5 — 1984 Doubled Ear Penny ($100+)
How to Spot It
- Look closely at Lincoln’s ear
- You’ll see clear doubling under magnification
- Usually found with no mintmark (Philadelphia)
Value Range
- Circulated: $25 – $50
- Uncirculated: $100 – $250
#4 — 1998–2000 “Wide AM” Pennies ($20–$150)
These are some of the most commonly found modern errors.
Key Dates & Values
- 1999 Wide AM: $100 – $150 (the rarest!)
- 1998 Wide AM: $20 – $40
- 2000 Wide AM: $18 – $25
Identification Tip
Look at the word AMERICA on the reverse:
- The A and M have a wide gap in this rare variety.
#3 — 1992 “Close AM” Penny ($50–$500+)
A favorite among coin roll hunters.
Mintmark Matters
- 1992 (no mintmark): $50 – $100
- 1992-D (Denver): $500+ — extremely rare
How to Identify
Check AMERICA again:
- The A and M are touching or nearly touching
- Normal coins have a visible gap
#2 — 1972 Doubled Die Obverse ($500–$1,000+)
One of the most dramatic and valuable doubled dies of the series.
Key Features
- Strong doubling on 1972
- Doubling on LIBERTY
- Doubling on IN GOD WE TRUST
Graded Values
- MS-63: $800 – $1,200
- AU-55: $400 – $600
#1 — 1969-S Doubled Die Obverse ($10,000–$50,000+)
The king of all Lincoln Memorial varieties.
How to Identify
- Bold doubling on LIBERTY
- Heavy doubling on IN GOD WE TRUST
- S mintmark under the date
Auction Results
- MS-64: $48,000
- AU-55: $12,000+
Important:
Over 99% of online listings for this coin are fake.
Always authenticate with PCGS or NGC before buying or selling.
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Collector Review:
“Just found a 1999 Wide AM worth $150 using your guide!” – Mike T., OH
Start checking your change today — your next valuable penny could be in your pocket!
