If you think all one-cent coins are only worth a penny, think again! 
A recent video by NUMISMATICS HUB, titled “US 1982 No Mint Mark One Cent Lincoln Penny – United States 1 Cent Coin Worth Big”, reveals that several Lincoln cents from the 1980s and 1990s could be worth tens of thousands of dollars — or even over $100,000 
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Let’s break down the rarest and most valuable examples featured in the video 
1984 Doubled Ear Lincoln Penny — Worth $45,000 to $110,000
This famous error coin shows a distinct doubling on Abraham Lincoln’s ear 
— a smaller, second ear impression can be clearly seen beneath the main one.
This doubling is the result of a genuine die error during the minting process.
Value:
Uncirculated, high-quality examples of this 1984 doubled-ear penny have sold for $45,000–$110,000 at auction!
1998-D “Wide AM” Reverse Penny — Worth $21,000 to $90,000
Another hidden treasure is the 1998-D Lincoln cent struck at the Denver Mint. The giveaway? Look at the back — the “A” and “M” in “AMERICA” are spaced farther apart than usual.
This rare variety was mistakenly struck using a proof-style reverse die, making it extremely collectible.
Value:
Depending on its grade and condition, this coin can bring $21,000 to $90,000!
1987-D Error Pennies — Worth Up to $122,500
The Denver Mint strikes again! In 1987, several Lincoln cents left the mint with serious minting errors:
Double Die Obverse (doubled details on the front side) — one example sold for over $64,000.- Wrong Metal Planchet Error — one coin was accidentally struck on a dime planchet and fetched an astonishing $122,500!
These are incredibly rare, but they prove that even small coins can hide massive value.
Watch the Full Breakdown
You can watch the full video and learn how to identify these valuable pennies here:
Watch on YouTube
Final Thoughts
Keep an eye on your pocket change!
If you ever find a 1984 doubled-ear, 1998-D Wide AM, or 1987-D error penny, you could be holding a small piece of U.S. minting history — and maybe a five-figure fortune 
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