10 Rare Penny Varieties Worth Hundreds – A Coin Collector’s Dream
1943 Copper Penny Background: During World War II, pennies were made from steel to save copper for the war effort. However, a few copper pennies were mistakenly minted.
1955 Double Die Penny Background: A major error coin, the 1955 Double Die penny shows significant doubling on the date and lettering on the obverse.
1969-S Double Die Obverse Background: Similar to the 1955 variety, this penny features prominent doubling on the obverse.
1972 Double Die Obverse Background: Another notable double die penny, the 1972 variety is well-known among collectors.
1992 Close AM Penny Background: In 1992, some pennies were minted with a close AM in "AMERICA" on the reverse.
1999 Wide AM Penny Background: The opposite of the 1992 Close AM, the 1999 Wide AM penny features a noticeable space between the A and M in "AMERICA."
1983 Double Die Reverse Background: This error features doubling on the reverse side of the penny. Value: These can be worth from $300 to $500 or more.
1970-S Small Date, High 7 Background: The 1970-S penny comes in two varieties, with the small date and high 7 being the rare and valuable one.
1995 Double Die Obverse Background: This penny features subtle but noticeable doubling on the obverse. Value: These pennies can be worth $20 to $50 or more.
1984 Double Ear Penny Background: A unique error where Lincoln’s ear shows clear doubling. Value: Can range from $100 to $300 or more.