1995 Penny Errors, Varieties, & Values

1995 Penny Errors, Varieties, & Values

1995 penny errors and varieties exist! For instance, observe this 1995-P doubled die obverse Lincoln cent worth money. Note the doubling most visible on Liberty and “In God We” Trust.

1995 penny errors worth money

Furthermore, doubled dies like this are highly collectable because the doubling is noticeable without a microscope.  However, due to the wear and tear on this penny, it’s not worth as much as one in mint state condition. 

1995 Penny Value

For instance, a 1995 penny graded MS69RD, sold for $5,053.00!  Furthermore, a Lincoln cent doubled die obverse in circulated condition will sell for $5.00 and up on Ebay.   Moreover, the zinc rot on the back of this doubled die penny negatively impacted its value. 

1995 Penny Values

Additionally, 1995 Lincoln cents don’t have to be a variety or error coin in order to be valuable.  For instance, a 1995-D Lincoln cent graded MS68+RD, sold for $1880.00

Moreover, a 1995 no mint mark Lincoln cent graded MS69, sold for $2760.00.  However, those one cent 1995 coins are in flawless condition.  Additionally, a 1995-S penny graded PR70, sold for $2530.00.

Furthermore, the best chance of finding rare Lincoln cents is by searching through original bank wrapped uncirculated rolls. Moreover, checking mint sets for proof penny errors and varieties.

Finding Rare Coins

Flawless 1995 pennies are evidently very valuable. However, 1995 pennies aren’t the only doubled die coins worth money.  Coin collectors collect specific coins like doubled dies to increase the value of their collection over time. 

For instance, check out the top 100 coins list provided by pcgs.com.  Furthermore, this coin was gifted to me from a fellow coin collector for my personal collection.

Shield Cent Doubled Dies

Finally, check out 2020 Lincoln cent errors and varieties.  Moreover, look for doubling under Lincoln’s ear lobe on the obverse.  Additionally, search for doubling in the shield on Lincoln shield pennies.  Remember, the better the condition of a penny, the more valuable it is!  Happy hunting!

1995 doubled die penny
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1970 Doubled Die Penny Variety & More




1970 Doubled Die Penny Variety

1970 doubled die penny variety coins exist!  Furthermore, the 1970 Lincoln cent in the lowest population with the highest grade is valuable and worth grading. For instance, a 1970-S 1C Lg Date Doubled Die Obverse graded MS66 RD, sold at auction for $24,150.

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1970 Doubled Die Variety Penny Values

Additionally, a 1970-S 1C Lg Date, Doubled Die Obverse Large Date graded MS64 BN, sold at auction for $3675.00.  Moreover, a 1970-S Doubled Die Obverse (Large Date) graded MS66 RD, sold at auction for $9000.00.




Furthermore, 1970 pennies don’t have to be of any variety or errors to be valuable.  For example, a 1970 D Lincoln cent graded MS67+RD, sold at auction for $2820.00.  
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Additionally, a 1970 Lincoln cent graded MS67+RD, sold at auction for $4,406.00.  Check out the sold listings of 1970 S doubled die Lincoln cents sold in raw condition on Ebay.

1970 Penny Varieties

The 1970-S Small Date, also known as the “High 7” variety, shows the top of the digit “7” in the date perfectly lining up with tops of the other three numerals in the date. Thus, the tops of all four date digits should all align with an imaginary plane atop of the date.”

large date cent 1970 s penny

Meanwhile, the 1970-S Large Date, otherwise known as the “Low 7,” depicts the top of the “7” sitting lower than the tops of the other digits. ” However, the date isn’t the sole diagnostic that one can use to attribute a 1970-S Small Date.  On the valuable variety, the inscription “LIBERTY” appears weak and strong on the large date version. – PCGS

1970 S Large and Small Date Variety Penny Values

Values vary for 1970 S large and small date die varieties as well.  For example, a 1970-S Large Date Lincoln penny, graded MS67+RD, sold at auction for $1500.00.  Finally, a 1970-S 1C Small Date, graded MS67 RD, sold at auction for $2464.00.

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Furthermore, 1970 S small date Lincoln pennies are selling on average between $40 and $70 in raw condition on Ebay.  The best chance of finding a rare 1970  penny error or variety is to search through original wrapped bank rolls.   Additionally, uncirculated pennies in 1970 mint sets ensures a coin with a mint state grade.




1970 S Large Date Doubled Die Lincoln Cent

The 1970 S Large Date Doubled Die Obverse Lincoln cent featured in this article is listed as 1970 S doubled die cent 1D0-004 via coppercoins.com.  As the arrow notes in the images, an extra bar displays under the L of LIBERTY.   Furthermore, images to compare for other potential 1970 S doubled die varieties are available via doubleddie.com and also varietyvista.com

1970 Lincoln Memorial Cent Coins To Look For

This 1970 penny was purchased and authenticated live online by author of Looking Through Lincoln Cents and experienced numismatist Charles (Chuck) Daughtrey.  You won’t regret subscribing to the coppercoins channel or getting in on the auctions.  I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge learning from him on top of getting great deals on rare variety coins!

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