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 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
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
