That’s what happened when a small number of the 7,160,000 Lincoln wheat pennies the Denver mint produced in 1922 never received a “D” under the date on their cents thanks to a problem with the die. What happens when a mintmark is supposed to be stamped on a coin but never gets there? You have, in most cases, a popular rarity. With a little more than a million ever struck, the 1914-D usually commands over $175 in the lowest grades. The 1914-D Lincoln cent is one of those penny rarities which just keeps getting more expensive with time. With a mintage of 1,825,000, the 1909 S is a very scarce coin with many people clamoring to get a hold of one. Collector demand is quite high for the 1909-S wheat penny, which can bring in at least $80.

This is another 1909 San Francisco issue that is considered quite scarce. Those VDB initials stand for Victor David Brenner and they are found on the reverse, centered below the wheat stalks.

(initials of the designer) wheat penny easily commands $700 even in the lowest of collector grades. The 1909-S VDB is one of the most popular rare coins from the modern era. Let’s examine these 7 rare wheat pennies closer. Millions collect them, and they have been highly popular with coin collectors of all ages and incomes for decades.Īnd what are the low-ball pricing figures and values for these rare Lincoln wheat cents? If you buy thru these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.Īmong the most popular U.S. With an upside potential into the hundreds your coin requires a deliberate judgment of its condition to realize its true value.This post may contain affiliate links. Several bids later the price reached $833. David Lawrence rare coin auctions offered this gem, drawing interest from many bidders. Values of these gem quality 1891 Indian pennies continue to rise higher as the occasional rare example appears on the market. The common marks and nicks found on most are fortunately missing, rendering an undisturbed coin. Original copper luster remains on most of the surfaces, with a light orange-red toning lying on just the highest points.

Starting with a crisp bold strike, every design detail is visible.

Pictured is a stunning example that exceeds all expectations of gem quality. It requires the perfect combination of luster, toning, lack of marks and abrasions and bold strike to qualify as a contender for one of the finest known 1891 Indian pennies.

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