1983 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

1983 Lincoln Cent Die Clash Error and More Errors, Varieties, and Values

1983 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist and are worth more than their face value. For instance, 1983 penny clashed die error pennies have asking prices starting around $5 and up in raw condition on Ebay.

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Additionally , a 1983 one cent coin in raw condition refers to an ungraded or unencapsulated coin.  Moreover, values vary and depend on the eye appeal of the coin, not necessarily the holder.  However, the holder makes it possible to cosign with  auction companies.

Furthermore,  note the die markings on a 1983 Lincoln cent displays a die clash error, rim cuds, and a reverse die crack.   Moreover, these 1983 pennies were found in an original wrapped bank roll purchased from lincolncent.com. 

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1983 Penny Value

Furthermore, cent coins don’t require being of any varieties or have any errors in order to be more valuable.  In other words, a Lincoln penny in pristine condition is worth much more than one cent.  For instance, a 1983 Lincoln Memorial Cent graded MS68, sold for $1840.00.

Additionally, only two 1983 Lincoln cents in population are graded MS68+.  Furthermore, they’re valued at $5000.00 each.  A 1983 D Lincoln Cent graded MS68, sold for $1380.00.   These are the pennies worth money!

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Arrow notes a die clash marking on the reverse of a 1983 penny
1983 Doubled Die Variety Penny Values

A 1983 variety penny with the highest grade instantly makes it very valuable. For instance, an uncirculated 1983 1C Doubled Die Reverse Lincoln cent graded MS68RD, sold for $7050.00.  Being a variety coin implies a lower population, and in pristine condition it’s even rarer.

Moreover, eye appeal increases value.  For instance, a 1983 1C Doubled Die Reverse Lincoln Cent graded MS64BN, sold for $495.00.  Note the doubling spotted easily with the naked eye.  At first the letters look blurry from a distance, like blurred vision, but it’s actually doubling of the coin.

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However, the doubling is more evident when looked at with a 10X loupe or placed under a USB coin microscope. Graded specimens have asking prices of hundreds of dollars on Ebay. Furthermore, A 1983 Lincoln Cent Doubled Die Obverse graded MS65RD, sold for $440.00.

How to Find Rare 1983 Pennies

The best ways to find a rare and valuable penny worth money is to invest in uncirculated original wrapped pennies by the rolls, and search through them.   They’re found in bank rolls and pocket change just as well.

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Arrows note die clash makings on a 1983 Lincoln Cent

Another option is to purchase 1983 mint sets and then examine all the coins in it.  Don’t break it out of the original mint set unless you think it’s absolutely worth doing so.

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I myself obtained these specimens by bidding on and then examining a single full roll of 1983 Lincoln Cents, obtained by participating in Coppercoins Auctions.

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Arrow notes a struck through debris error on a 1983 memorial penny

Additionally, I found more than one clashed die error mint state specimen coin in that roll.  Moreover, a few 1983 struck through debris displayed in the nine of the date on two of them, as shown in the image below.

1983 Penny Die Varieties

Observe the “Bird’s Nest” die variety displaying a die chip in the upper right corner base of the memorial building. 1983 Lincoln cents with die cracks and breaks are worth around five dollars and up according to the Ebay sold listings.

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Bird's Nest Memorial Cent Die Variety
Gas Bubbles or Plating Blister Pennies

Furthermore, plating blisters, or gas bubbles, are common occurrences on 1983 pennies.  In other words, they’re “particles caught in between the copper plating and the zinc core of an improperly washed zinc planchets react. 

Moreover, it causes both the copper plating to bubble up and the zinc core to corrode. While it is technically an error made during the coin production process, it’s not considered as valuable.” – coinworld.com

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Arrows note a rim cud on a 1983 penny

However, people still collect pennies with plating issues, including those with plating gas bubbles, but average asking price is a dollar or less.  Additionally, “a common cause of zinc rot is the presence of a small perforation or tear in the copper plating.  This allows oxygen and reactive compounds to reach the zinc core.  If the bubbles pop, the coin develops zinc rot.”   – error-ref.com

Weigh 1983 Pennies to Discover Wrong Planchet Errors

Wrong planchet error coins make 1983 pennies worth a lot of money.   Furthermore, a small scale is all you need to know as a 1983 copper penny weighs 3.1 grams.  Anything more or less could be a wrong planchet error coin.    For example, check out an examination of a 2019 planchet coin plating error penny.  Happy Hunting! 

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1944 Wheat Cent Errors, Varieties, and Values

1944 Wheat Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

1944 wheat cent errors and varieties exist!   First, observe a 1944 S Lincoln wheat cent displaying a minor struck through grease error in the images. 

1944 one cent wheat penny value

One of the dots is completely missing, with some of the devices, the tops of the letters “E Pluribus Unum” appear faded.  Keep scrolling to learn more about the 1944 wheat leaf penny.

This wheatback penny is in a late die stage, meaning the coin was struck with an aging die.  For instance, the faded bust of Lincoln, also known as “The Ghost of Lincoln,” is evident on the reverse and a strong indication of an overused die.  Keep reading to learn more about more 1944 wheat cent errors, varieties, and values.

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1944 Lincoln Wheat Cent Values

1944 Lincoln wheat cent values depend on a variety of factors.  For instance, 1944 S wheat pennies sell for roughly two dollars or more in raw condition on Ebay.  Furthermore, it’s not always the condition of a coin that makes it the most valuable.

However, luster still has a major influence on eye appeal.  For instance, a 1944-S Lincoln wheat cent graded MS67Rd, sold for $3,290.  Additionally, a 1944-S Lincoln wheat penny graded MS67BN, sold for $50.00.

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Most Valuable 1944 Wheat Pennies

Furthermore,  a 1944-S Steel Lincoln wheat cent graded MS66, sold for $408,000.  However, that penny is not only a high mint state grade, but it’s also a rare transitional error.  That’s why it’s an extremely valuable $400K penny!

Additionally, a 1944 steel wheat cent graded MS64, sold for $180,000.  While not as lustrous, its composition makes it a rarity.  Needless to say these specimens are some of the most valuable wheat cents to date.

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1944 S Wheat Penny Mint Mark Varieties

The famed 1944-S Lincoln Cent struck on a Zinc-Plated Steel Planchet, weighs 2.7 grams. Moreover, be aware of the mint mark varieties that exist. For instance, a “large S, is one of two mint mark varieties in use at that time in San Francisco. 

The Knob S is the other. That 1944-S steel cent is also the Large S variety. An estimated 10 are thought to exist in various conditions and grades.” Daniel of Portsmouth Coins suggests investing in having a coin such as this professionally authenticated and graded.

1944 Penny Transitional Off Metal Errors

“When a coin is struck on a planchet different than its intended, it is defined as an “off-metal”. This is because the planchet is different than normal either in its appearance, size, or both.” – coinweek.com

Transitional mint errors happen when coins are struck with differing metal compositions not just different sizes of devices. Other 1944 penny planchet errors are as follows:

  1. 1944-S Lincoln Cent struck on a Zinc-Plated Steel Planchet.
  2. 1944-S Struck On Steel Planchet.
  3. 1944-D Struck On Zinc Coated Planchet.
  4. 1944-D Struck On Steel Planchet.
  5. 1944 Struck On Steel Planchet.
Rare Wheat Cent Varieties

The next time you come across a 1944 penny observe it very closely. Obverse and reverse doubled die varieties exist.  Furthermore, repunched mintmark varieties, and over mintmark variety discoveries may still be hiding in a roll of 1944 pennies somewhere too. There’s still a lot to look for on 1944 wheat cents!




Variety Attributions

Images to utilize for coin mint mark variety comparisons are available via coppercoins.com.  Images to compare doubled die varieties are available at doubleddie.com.  Another excellent resource is varietyvista.com.

These numismatists will examine and attribute coins for a reasonable price.  However, each has special set of instructions for submitting coins to them for attribution.  Therefore, thoroughly read the directions on each website.

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2009 Cent Lamination Error & More

2009 D Formative Years Lincoln Cent Lamination Error & More

2009 D Formative Years Lincoln cent penny errors and varieties exist!  For instance, I obtained a United States Mint wrapped brilliant uncirculated (BU) roll of 2009 D Formative Years Lincoln cents.  I paid more than face value for the roll.  However, finding a 2009 Lincoln cent lamination error made it a rewarding treasure coin hunt.

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Arrows Note a 2009 Lincoln Sitting on a Log Penny Lamination Error
Special Edition Lincoln Bicentennial 100th Anniversary Cent

“In 2009, the U.S. Mint made four special penny designs to celebrate Abraham Lincoln’s 200th birthday.  Furthermore, it was also the 100th anniversary of the Lincoln penny, which the U.S. Mint first made in 1909.  The image of Lincoln remained on the obverse (heads) of all four cents in the 2009 series program.  




Additionally, the reverse (tails) included four different designs from important phases of Lincoln’s life, from his birth all the way to when he was president. Moreover, when the program ended the reverse of the penny changed to the “Union Shield” design.  It represents the unity of the states, which President Lincoln worked so hard to restore and preserve.”  – usmint.gov

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Arrows note the lamination error on a rare 2009 penny
2009 Formative Years Lincoln Cent Lamination Error

My time and effort applied led to finding this rare 2009 D Formative Years Lincoln cent lamination error.  Arrows note the lamination error in the images.  Die chips on Lincoln’s left shoulder and die cracks on the boot of his left foot were also found on pennies in this roll.

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100th Anniversary 2009 Cent Values

Aside from this 2009 D Lincoln cent lamination error, several doubled die varieties exist on these collectible cent coins.  The most flawless coins obtain the highest value, but when they are varieties and errors too, it makes them even rarer.  The rarest specimens are more valuable.




2009 Formative Years Penny Values

Furthermore, pennies do not have to be varieties or errors to be valuable.  For instance, a 2009-D 1C Lincoln-Formative Years cent graded MS67, sold at auction for $1880.00.

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Arrows Note a 2009 Lincoln Log Cent Lamination Error

Moreover, a 2009-P 1C Lincoln-Formative Years cent graded MS67, sold at auction for $1995.00.  Additionally, 2009 Formative Years penny errors sell between five and hundreds of dollars on Ebay.




Moreover, the best way to find 2009 error and variety pennies worth money is to search through uncirculated original wrapped rolls.  Additionally, examining 2009 mint sets ensures a high grade specimen.

2009 Formative Years Lamination error penny
2009 Lincoln Log Penny Doubled Die Variety Listings

100th Anniversary 2009 doubled die reverse variety cent listings to compare images with are available online.  While examining these rare pennies, observe the various variety listings via coppercoins.com, varietyvista.com, and doubleddie.com.   




Lincoln Cent Lamination Errors

“Lamination errors can develop before or after the strike.  The term “lamination error” is grammatically incorrect as the metal is actually delaminating. 

2009 Formative Years Lamination Error

While “delamination error” would be the proper term, we’re fine with the terminology we’ve inherited from previous researchers. Lamination cracks are sometimes mistaken for die cracks and split dies by novice collectors.” – error-ref.com




2009 Lincoln Cent Defective Planchet Errors

“Lamination errors happen on a defective planchet.  A planchet becomes defective from dirt and other impurities that cause a coin to crack and peel.” –Justin Couch.  Observe an exam revealing what a 1965 Lincoln cent found with a lamination error looks like that sold for $15.00 on Ebay.

How to Sell Rare Penny Errors Online

Do you know how to sell rare coins online?  I have a few suggestions. First, examine the most recent sold listings on Ebay to get an idea for your starting prices.  Then create a listing of your own coin, using clear photos and accurate descriptions. 




Again, pay attention to how other sold listings look to get an idea for how to create yours.  Finally, be patient, honest, and kind towards others.  Moreover, you’ll likely get good ratings and gain more customers.

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Furthermore, the coin hunting and collecting hobby is more than just a pastime.  Moreover, it’s especially helpful for occupying anyone stuck indoors.  Who doesn’t like to treasure hunt?  Searching for error coins has lead to a few extra bucks or even thousands of dollars for some people.

Start out simple with an inexpensive USB coin microscope, a coin scale, and coin holders.  This website is teen friendly, so tell them to bookmark it. Furthermore, there are many coin collecting channels available online to captivate their attention, and give them an idea of what to begin looking for.  Start out first by showing them an example using a 10X loupe their pocket change.

Coin collections appreciate and become valuable over time.  Did you read the article about the teen who found a rare coin in his lunch money valued at 1.7 million dollars?     

People who love to hunt, search for and find treasures in some way, shape, or form every day!  Finally, check out a 2009 Professional Life Lincoln Cent with an interior die break!  This website is a partnered associate and contains affiliate links, which enable me to earn commissions from various partners. Full disclosure is available here.  Partners include Ebay, Amazon, Google Adsense, and others

2019 Error Penny: Coin Plating Errors

2019 Error Penny: Coin Plating Errors

2019 Shield cent errors and varieties exist!  For example, this 2019-D Lincoln cent specimen is a rare partially plated planchet mint error cent coin.  Have you found any rare pennies like this 2019 error penny?

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Furthermore, it’s known as “incomplete plating,” and “occurs when a zinc cent planchet is not fully coated with copper in the plating bath.   As a result, the zinc core remains exposed.” – CoinWorld

For instance, the partially unplated zinc planchet error shows how the copper plating didn’t completely cover the planchet, as seen in the images of this 2019 shield penny error.

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“This type of plating error coincides with the introduction of copper-plated zinc cents in 1982.” 

“As with any denomination cent weights can vary, with some falling above or below the mean.”  

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It’s therefore possible to encounter a genuine unplated cent that matches or exceeds the weight of a normal cent.”  In other words, this coin weighed about average.  Furthermore, the zinc Lincoln cent coin is 97.5% zinc and 2.5% copper.

“The copper-plating operation of copper coated zinc planchets is done outside the Mint, by an outside supplier.  Partial and 100% unplated cents are much scarcer than many collectors realize.” – Fred Weinberg

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Partial planchet plating error penny
Partially Unplated Planchet Error Penny Values

Zinc cent plating planchet errors have attained interest through eye appeal to numerous variety and error coin collectors.  For example, a rare 1992-D partially unplated Lincoln cent mint error coin graded MS66 by NGC, sold at auction for $85.00.

A rare 1983 Lincoln Cent Partially Unplated Penny graded MS65, sold at auction for $225.00!  Moreover, partially unplated coin errors sell from a few dollars up to thousands, even in raw condition. 

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Unplated planchet error penny
Finding One Cent Errors & Varieties

I recommend joining a few coin collecting groups and online coin forums to ask any questions about your coins.   You won’t know what you’ve found unless you ask around.  The more eyes on your coin the better.

Moreover, the coin hobby isn’t just an activity, it’s a community.  Manners matter so be civil!   Furthermore, the best chance of finding a doubled die variety coin or error penny just like this exquisite 2019 Lincoln shield cent, is by searching through uncirculated original wrapped bank rolls for them.

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Additionally, if you’re new to coin collecting, remember to save any wheat pennies you start finding, because you can already trade them in for double their face value in any United States coin shop!

Furthermore, searching 2019 mint sets for varieties and errors ensures a high mint state grade coin.  For example, observe a 2003 S Maine proof struck through string state quarter error.

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2019 D Lincoln Shield Cent Improper Plating Error

Moreover, some wheat pennies may turn out to be worth far more money, especially if found out to be a rare Cherrypicker, or otherwise famous die variety.  For instance, check out this 1957 D RPM Variety Lincoln Wheat Cent.

Watch the examination footage of this 2019 Lincoln shield cent planchet plating coin error in the video above.  Then, learn more about “diagnostics of fake and genuine unplated zinc cents,” as discussed by CONECA.  Happy hunting!

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1965 Penny Error Lamination Peel Planchet Coin Errors

1965 Penny Errors, Varieties, & Values

1965 penny errors and varieties exist!  For instance, the photos in this article are of a 1965 penny error called a defective planchet lamination peel error. 

1965 penny error value

Furthermore, “a lamination error occurs when metal flakes off the surface of a coin or planchet.  It’s generally accepted that the flaking, peeling, and cracking is due to impurities in the alloy, which causes metal to separate.” – Error-Ref.com

How Lamination Peel Errors Happen

Moreover, “during the preparation of the planchet strip, foreign materials such as grease, dirt, oil, slag or gas, may become trapped just below the surface of the metal.  Coins struck from this strip later begin to flake and peel, since adhesion is poor in the location of the trapped material.”  – coinworld.com

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One Cent 1965

Furthermore, 1965 pennies don’t have to have errors or be a variety in order to be valuable.  For instance, the better the condition a coin in any collection is, the more value it gains over time.

1965 Penny Value

For instance, a 1965 1C graded MS67 RD,  sold for $7,638.00.  Furthermore, a 1965 1C SMS (special mint set) graded SP68 RD, sold for $2,290.00.  Defective planchet lamination errors have asking prices for $20 and up in raw condition on Ebay.

1965 Penny Error

The best way to find rare and valuable 1965 error pennies in pristine condition is by searching for them in uncirculated original wrapped bank rolls.  Some people purchase mint sets just to examine the coins for errors.  However, it’s not recommended to break any coins out of a mint set unless absolutely worth it.

Furthermore, coin roll hunting is an activity that the most devoted treasure hunters partake in.  Moreover, it consists of hunting through boxes of pennies obtained from banks and is very time consuming.   People do it because a flawless 1965 penny is worth a lot more than face value.

Furthermore, this one cent error coin sold for $15.00!  Additionally, 1965 Lincoln cent doubled die varieties exist too, and there are images available online via doubleddie.com.

Check out a clashed die error penny next! 

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1973 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

1973 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

1973 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist!  First, all 1973 Lincoln cents are worth at least twice their face value due to their copper content.  For instance, 1973 pennies are 95% copper.  Furthermore, the one examined in this article displays a spiked head die crack error.

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Arrow notes the "spiked head" die crack on a 1973 D Lincoln cent
1973 Lincoln Cent Values

Moreover, 1973 pennies in pristine condition increase in value.  For example, an uncirculated 1973 Lincoln cent graded 67+ RD, sold at auction for $3,850.00. 

Furthermore, a 1973-D 1C graded MS67RD, sold at auction for $4,994.00.  Any pennies with the lowest population of the highest grades is how profit is made in the coin industry.  A coin in flawless condition drastically increases its value.  However, a die variety generates even more profit.  

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Additionally, a 1973 Mint Set is selling between ten and twenty dollars on Amazon.   Furthermore, check out the auctions on Ebay.  These are the best way to find coins that increase the chances of getting the highest grade, whether they have errors or not.  

If you can find a coin that turns out to have the highest grade and is a variety or mint error, it would be like winning the coin lottery!    A teenager with a keen eye once found a cent worth a million dollars in their lunch money!
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1973 Doubled Die Varieties

Furthermore, 1973 Lincoln cent doubled die varieties exist!   For instance, listings with photos are available at doubleddie.com.   Additionally, there are more listings of examples with photos to compare at coppercoins.com, and varietyvista.com. 

Additionally, tune into and listen to Charles Daughtrey, author of “Looking Through Lincoln Cents,” as he searches through 1973 D pennies from an original bankroll.  Feel free to subscribe and join in any auctions for the opportunity to get rare doubled die variety pennies for a reduced price.

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Arrows note a die chip and die scratches on the reverse of 1973 D Lincoln cent

Subscribe to Chuck Daughtrey, also known as Coppercoins, on Youtube, where you can register to bid for coins, and then tune in to his channel for live auctions and more mint roll reveals.  You can also keep up with current listings of coins for sale by visiting Coppercoins Ebay store.

1973 Pennies a Short Run Series

1973 pennies were a short run series and therefore collectible and pricey.   “The one year type design for 1973 has large initials on the reverse, and makes it even rarer than other strikes.  

A transitional error for this year with a reverse of 1972 or 1974 hasn’t been discovered yet, but that’s what experienced numismatist Chuck Daughtrey says to be on the lookout for.  1973 Cents are famous for displaying a repunched mint mark or RPM.

Are you a Lincoln cent collector?  Check out a 2014 Lincoln shield cent with a die clash mint error next.  Happy hunting!  This website is a partnered associate and contains affiliate links, which enable me to earn commissions from various partners. Full disclosure is available here.  Partners include Ebay, Amazon, Google Adsense, and others.

2020 Penny Errors, Varieties, & Values

2020 Penny Errors, Varieties, & Values

2020 penny errors and varieties exist!  Have you found any 2020 Lincoln shield cent doubled dies like these?  Moreover,  examine both the obverse and reverse of Lincoln cents for doubling.  Furthermore, this article includes an example of a 2020-D Lincoln Cent with feeder finger errors, as well as marked photos of 2020 doubled die reverse and obverse shield cents.

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Arrows note doubling of the shield on a 2020 D Lincoln Shield Cent Doubled Die Reverse

Furthermore, the best chance of finding mint state 2020 penny errors and varieties is to search through uncirculated 2020 original wrapped bank penny rolls. 

Additionally, searching 2020 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.  Furthermore, images of doubled die 2020 shield cent varieties to compare coins are available via doubleddie.com.   

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Arrow notes doubling behind Lincoln's ear lobe on a 2020 penny
2020 Doubled Dies
2020 Shield Cent Feeder Finger Errors

Through the years many different kinds of feeder fingers of widely varying shapes have been used.  Moreover, some presses use a dial feeder, which looks like the dial of an old rotary phone.” – error-ref.com

2020 d shield cent error photo

For instance, “a feeder finger is a moving machine part that delivers a planchet to the striking chamber.  Additionally, it functions as an ejection finger after the strike.”  Observe the arrows noting a 2020 feeder finger error penny below.

Feeder finger errors are relatively minor.  However, they’re still collectible.  Moreover, “feeder finger errors are the result of the feeder finger scraping across the the anvil die.  Therefore, die scrapes appear on a coin as closely spaced, parallel ridges. ” – error-ref.com

2020 Lincoln Cent Values

Furthermore, 2020 pennies don’t have to have errors or be a die variety to be valuable.  For instance, a 2020-D 1C Shield cent, graded MS68RD, sold for $5000.00. Moreover, a 2020 1C Shield cent, graded MS69RD, sold for $721.00. 

2020 penny values

However, those values are based on coins in flawless condition.  2020 penny errors are selling for $5 and up in raw condition on Ebay.  The condition of the coin impacts value.

Are you checking your pocket change?  You could very well strike it rich someday.   Additionally, the image below is of a 2020 D penny with doubling displaying on Lincoln’s Ear.  Furthermore, these are rare pennies worth money and they’re worth looking for along with any errors.
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2020 penny struck through mint errors sell for $5 and up on Ebay.  Again, values depend on the type of mint error or die variety a coin is designated, as well as the condition of the coin. There are many types of error pennies.  For instance, check out a 2021 struck through error by clicking here.

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Furthermore, check out an examination of a special edition 2019 W Proof Lincoln Shield Cent.  Then, look out for 2021 Lincoln cent errors and varieties like this too!

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Reverse Die Break on a 2020 P Lincoln Shield Cent

1972 Penny Errors, Varieties, & Values

1972 Penny Errors: Struck-through Error Coin

1972 penny errors and varieties exist.  For instance, this 1972-D cent is a struck through error coin.  Furthermore,  a microscope isn’t needed to find coin errors like these because they’re visible to the naked eye!

Struck-through Grease Coin Error

For instance, “STATES OF” is completely missing from this coin, as evident in the below photo.  Furthermore, this mint error happens when “the recesses of a die becomes clogged with compacted gunk generally composed of a mixture of lubricant, metal dust, and dirt.”

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Struck-through Coin Errors

This material is sometimes called “die fill” but is more commonly referred to as “grease.”  Die fill can be coarse or smooth, hard or viscous. It can fill isolated design elements (a “filled die” error) or can coat the entire die face. Coatings are sometimes so thick that the entire design is obscured.” – error-ref.com

“Struck through errors come in a variety of types and sizes.  These errors are usually small and don’t command much of a premium.  However, when they are large or more obvious, they often enhance the desirability and value of a coin.” – ngccoin.com

1972 penny value

Furthermore, 1972 penny errors such as this one cent coin value at five dollars and up in raw condition on eBay. For instance, this 1972 cent error coin sold on Ebay in raw condition for $5.50. 

1972 Penny Values

When authenticated and placed in a plastic holder, these coins in flawless condition can produce a far greater return than the original cost of investment.  For instance, a 1972-D 1C Graded MS67 RD, sold at auction for $4,250.00! 




Moreover, error coins in flawless condition can increase values even more, such as a 1972 Doubled Die Obverse graded MS67RD, which sold at an auction for $14,400.00!  Furthermore, rare error and variety coins like it are found in pocket change and in mint sets, so don’t forget to check your change closely before spending.

Struck-Through Error Coins For Sale on Ebay

Additionally, observe what other 1972 Lincoln cent errors recently sold for by clicking here.  Moreover, look for newer variety and error coins.  For instance, have you found any 2020 shield cents errors and varieties?  Furthermore, check out a 2014 clashed die cent!!

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Lincoln Cent Floating Roof & Missing Designer Initials

1970 D Lincoln Cent Floating Roof & Missing Designer Initials Penny

1970 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist!  For instance, observe the floating roof and missing designer initials on a 1970-d Lincoln Memorial cent.  Moreover, this anomaly is caused by an over-polished die. Another term for this mint error is struck-through grease coin error.

1970 D Lincoln Cent Floating Roof Missing Initials

Additionally, this can happen on any date of any Lincoln Memorial cent.  Moreover, it’s not an actual error on the die.  However, it’s caused by a United States Mint employee repurposing the die to sustain the life of a die by using polish to remove clash marks.  Therefore, it is a mint error.




Most Valuable Floating Roof Missing Initial Pennies

Furthermore, specimens display a floating roof and missing FG designer initials. Moreover, while these are nice to find and sell for a few dollars, the ideal specimens have both the floating roof and no trace of initials.  Additionally, specimens in mint state condition are worth more than face value!

floating roof penny

Arrows note die chips visible on the first and last two pillars of the Lincoln monument.    1970 D Lincoln Memorial Cents with a floating roof and missing initials have asking prices of a few dollars and up on Ebay.

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Always Get More Than One Opinion

If you have unanswered questions about your Lincoln Cent with missing initials and floating roof, you can always join online groups or coin collector communities such as the NGC Coin.   Furthermore, visit LincolnCentForum for more opinions.




Coin searching and collecting is an excellent activity for beating boredom.  Purchase a coin collecting kit.  Additionally, invest in a coin microscope,coin scale and coin sleeves online or at your local coin shop.  

Check out a 1970 S Large Date penny.

Furthermore, an introduction to a healthy hobby is always an excellent gift.  Moreover, the coin hobby is an interesting topic for anyone in need of a new activity to focus on.

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1993 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values.

1993 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

1993 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist!  For instance, observe this 1993 penny error.  Furthermore, note how it displays rainbow toning, a “birds nest” interior die break on the memorial building, and various other different die markings.  

1993 lincoln cent penny error list

Furthermore, it is a doubled ear variety!  “Common places to notice errors on a one cent coin include the chin, eyes, and ears.  Additionally, look for cracks, cuds (or blobs covering an image, word, date, etc.), or missing elements on the images.”

Moreover, variety coins and errors are quite valuable to coin collectors, and many of these error coins are still in circulation because identifying these coin errors requires magnifying tools such as a coin loupe to examine them.

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"Birds Nest" Lincoln Memorial Pennies

Additionally, a “bird’s nest” is die chip on the upper right corner of the memorial building. Some people like to collect error coins by die break progression.

Moreover, large interior die breaks are relatively rare, and sometimes form along or in conjunction with a die crack.  The value of a coin with a die break or a die crack often depends on the size and severity of the fracture in the die

1993 lincoln cent errors to look for

Error coins get their nicknames such as “spiked head penny” due to the location of a die crack.   However, die breaks or cuds are worth more than die cracks in general.  – coinworld.com

Furthermore, note how die trails form doubling on some of the lettering of E PLURIBUS UNUM.  The waves around the lettering is from die wear over an area where the die had received abrasion polishing.  The cracks and die breaks indicate the age of the die imprinting the coin.

1993 penny error value
Die Gouge Errors

Note a die dent or gouge,  visible atop and above the “E” in”ONE.”  Additionally, another die break is apparent in the center of the “C” of CENT.   This 1993-d Lincoln cent error coin displays a lot of anomalies!        

Furthermore, numismatists may suggest “doing a toothpick experiment on any raised areas.  If you can poke a hole in it with a toothpick, then they’re gas bubbles on the planchet, and not from the die.

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1993-D Lincoln Memorial Cent Doubled Die Varieties

Furthermore, note a form of doubling evident under Lincoln’s ear lobe. This 1993 Lincoln cent doubled die obverse variety penny is indeed very unique.  For instance, observe a portion of an extra lobe visible beneath the primary ear lobe noted where the arrow points.

Moreover, once you know what to look for, it becomes easier to spot.  For instance, look for an extra ear lobe on all  2021 Lincoln Cents.  Doubled die variety coins are highly desired and very valuable collectible coins! 

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Moreover, doubleddie.com has a list of various 1993 doubled die variety pennies with images to compare to.  Additionally, look for doubling on the reverse of 1993 pennies, in the Lincoln memorial columns.   

Furthermore, a similar 1993 D Lincoln memorial cent with doubling of the ear lobe is listed via coppercoins.com.  You’ll want to invest in a digital coin microscope if you intend to discover variety and error pennies for yourself. 

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Arrows note a collar die clash or railroad rim error on a 1993 penny coin
1993 Penny Values

1993 Lincoln memorial one cent coins don’t necessarily have to have errors or be a die variety to be valuable.  For instance, a 1993 1C, RD (Regular Strike) graded MS68+RD, sold for $3,375.00.

Furthermore, a 1993-D 1C, RD (Regular Strike) graded MS69, sold for $4,600.00.   Moreover, asking prices on Ebay range from $10 to $70.

Additionally, check out an examination a a 1970 S Large Date Lincoln Cent Doubled Die Variety Coin!  Coin hunting is like treasure hunting with added benefits.  It keeps a kid out of trouble and teaches finances.

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Furthermore, rare and valuable pennies are still floating around in circulation.  Lincoln Cents Online shows cuds, and other unique coin errors sought after by error coin collectors.  Additionally, observe what Lincoln Memorial Cent 1993 US penny coin errors are going for at current market value by observing the sold for Ebay listings.

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