Picture this: You reach into your pocket, pull out an old penny, and it’s worth about $6.8 million. Sounds like something out of a movie, but for a few lucky people, it is true. The 1943 copper Lincoln Wheat Penny is one of the most desirable and valuable coins in U.S. history. Some of these … Read more
Imagine coming across a penny that in one moment could probably make you a billionaire. It sounds like a fantasy, doesn’t it? But some rare coins, especially some Lincoln Wheat Pennies, have sold for millions. One is being said to have an unbelievable alleged value of $2.8 billion. And the craziest part? It might still … Read more
Rare finds spell huge fortunes for rare coin transactions, such as the 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln Penny that made headlines when it went for a price exceeding that of a luxury Rolex watch. The surprise results of the recent auction for collectors and history buffs prove yet again that rare coins can truly be worth something. … Read more
Imagine that you found a penny in your change that could change your life in the blink of an eye. While that sounds farfetched, thousands of collectors like you book a flight and visit either the auction itself or the auction preview day at home. The 1943 Lincoln Wheat Penny is one of the rarest … Read more
Coin collecting is always a fascinating hobby, but rare pennies take on an allure of their own for collectors and history buffs alike. While the majority of pennies circulate without notice, a few with minting errors, low mintage, or distinguishing characteristics can command prices in the thousands–and even hundreds–of dollars. Here’s a closer look at … Read more
Introduction 1944 Wheat Penny is one of the most sought after coins among collectors because of its historical significance and rare mining errors. While most of Penny from 1944 is made of copper, some extraordinary error coins have been detected, making them extremely valuable. In this article we will discover different variations, coin marks and … Read more
