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1957 Lincoln Wheat Cent Errors, Varieties, and Values

1957 Lincoln Wheat Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

1957 Lincoln Wheat cent errors and varieties exist! For instance, this 1957-D Lincoln wheat cent displays a repunched mint mark or RPM. I got this one online via Coppercoins auction channel.

Furthermore, “Looking Through Lincoln Cents” is authored by coin errors and varieties specialist Chuck Daughtrey. In other words, it was he who noted the die markings on this rare and valuable collectible coin.

Moreover, die markings display a split lower serif, indicating a repunched mint mark, die chips in the nine and five, and a die scratch above the one and nine. Additionally, a die crack is visible across Lincoln’s forehead.

Repunched Mint Mark (RPM)

“A repunched mint mark variety is generated when the letter punch used to punch the mint mark into the working die leaves two or more offset impressions.” – error-ref.com

Furthermore, mint mark impressions almost always overlap. “A totally separate secondary mint mark is a rarity, and therefore a very valuable penny. The era of RPM’s ceased in 1989 when the U. S. Mint began placing the mint mark on the master die instead of punching the mint mark into the working die.”

1957 Penny Values

Wheat cents are worth at least two cents each because they’re primarily composed of copper. Always be on the lookout for a repunched mint mark on Lincoln wheat cents! RPM pennies are collectible coins.

Furthermore, the less worn a coin is the more it becomes worth. In other words, value appreciates over time whether a wheat cent is a die variety, an error coin, or neither.

1957 Lincoln Wheat Cent Values

For instance, a 1957-D 1C graded MS67+ RD, sold at auction for $6,600.00. A 1957 wheat cent graded MS76+ RD, sold at auction for $13,800.00.

1957 D Lincoln Wheat RPM pennies sell in raw condition between $5 and $20.00 on Ebay and other online coin shops, such as lincolncent.com.

1957 Wheat Cent Doubled Die Varieties & Errors

Additionally, rare specimens of 1957 wheat cent doubled die varieties exist! If you’ve found a 1957 penny, then compare it to the listings available at coppercoins.com, varietyvista.com, and/or doubleddie.com.

Additionally, watch the video above as Mr.Chuck Daughtrey examines this 1957 wheat penny with his microscope. Note coin number 8 of reveal #305 at 14 minutes 15 seconds in.

Next, check out a 1989 Lincoln Memorial Cent Mint Error. 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.

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.

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

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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1989 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, and Values

1989 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist! Check out this 1989 penny error. It’s a cud die break error coin. Moreover, it was found while coin roll hunting a box with rolls of 1989 pennies. 1989 Lincoln cent errors and varieties are appealing to coin collectors. For instance, look at the sold listings on Ebay.

“A cud on a coin resembles a blob of metal on the surface of a coin extending from the rim. Moreover, it obliterates the device or inscription where ever it appears.” This error happens on a coin during production at the mint. – thesprucecrafts.com.

Additionally, cud errors maintain a consistent size and shape through a production run. However, some cuds grow larger as additional pieces of steel break off the die.” – error-ref.com

The best chance of finding rare and flawless 1989 Lincoln cent errors and varieties, is to search through uncirculated original bank wrapped rolls. Additionally, examining 1989 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.

Uncirculated coins have the most eye appeal. However, those found in pocket change still have additional value. For instance, the circulated cent displayed in the image below is easily a hundred dollar penny.

The cud on this 1989 D Lincoln Cent covers the letters of “In God We Trust.” However, cud errors happen all over 1989 Lincoln cents. Furthermore, images to compare coins are available via cudsoncoins.com. For instance, this 1989 penny is listed as CU-1c-1989-04.

1989 Penny Values

Error coins can bring big money. Furthermore, values depend on the type of variety or mint error, in addition to the condition of the coin. However, 1989 pennies don’t have to have errors or be a variety to be valuable.

1989 cents in flawless condition are expensive! For instance, a 1989 1C graded MS68 RD, sold at auction for $4,113.00. Furthermore, a 1989-D 1C graded MS69RD, sold at auction for $1,024.00.

Moreover, ungraded 1989 Lincoln cent in raw condition and other cents with cud errors sell for $10 and up on Ebay. “Cuds are sought after by error collectors and worth $10.00 or more for minor breaks to a couple of hundred dollars for major die breaks.” –lincolncentsonline.com

Coin Roll Hunting for Errors & Variteties

To get started coin roll hunting, you’ll need to invest in the necessary tools, such as a coin scale, a USB coin microscope or loupe, and coin flips. Moreover, it’s a genuinely healthy hobby for occupying oneself. Get your hands on numismatics books such as “Strike It Rich With Pocket Change” by Ken Potter.

Additionally, the potential to generate profit if you devote yourself to the hobby is obvious. It’s not impossible to find modern Lincoln cents worth money. For instance, it was breaking news when a keen eyed teenager found a penny worth a million dollars in their lunch money. – People Magazine

1989 Doubled Die Variety Pennies

Images for comparing 1989 penny doubled die varieties can be found listed online via coppercoins.com, doubleddie.com, and/or varietyvista.com. Bookmark this page for future reference and thank you for subscribing!

Additionally, a 1989 D Lincoln cent transitional error exists! Mint employees accidentally struck the coin on a copper planchet. Furthermore, the 1989 mint error coin weighs 3.1 grams, instead of the 2.5 grams that a copper-plated zinc planchet weighs. Get a coin scale to weigh your pennies. Rare money is valuable money!

The more you study, the more you’ll learn. First, check out a 2014 Lincoln cent clashed die error. Then look at a 2021 cent struck through error. Afterwards, check out a rare 1909 V.D.B. Lincoln cent.

2014 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, and Values

2014 Lincoln Cent Clashed Die Error

2014 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist! For instance, this 2014 P shield penny displays a die clash on the obverse, and a reverse feeder finger error. Furthermore, die clash errors like this are sought after error pennies! For instance, they sell in raw condition on Ebay for $10 or more.

2014 Lincoln shield cent values may vary. In other words, values depends on the type of error or variety, and the coin’s condition. Clashed die shield cents value at $10 and up in raw condition on Ebay. However, shield pennies don’t have to have errors or be a variety to be valuable.

2014 Penny Values

For instance, a 2014 1C Shield cent graded MS69 RD, sold for nearly $2000.00. Furthermore, a 2014-D 1C Shield cent graded MS69 RD, sold for $2,599.00. Moreover, these 2014 Lincoln shield cents are the most valuable because of their flawless condition.

Furthermore, the best chance of finding uncirculated 2014 Lincoln cent errors is by searching through original wrapped bank rolls. Additionally, examining 2014 mint sets ensures a mint state grade proof specimen.

Die Clash Penny Errors

Moreover, “a clashed die mark or die clash error occurs by opposing dies colliding with each other as a planchet fails to be fed into the striking chamber.

Furthermore, most complete planchet misfeeds don’t result in clashed dies since dies normally don’t touch each other in the absence of a planchet. Moreover, dies operate with a safety margin referred to as minimum die clearance or minimum die distance.”

Additionally, “these terms refer to the closest approach the dies make in the absence of a planchet. In order for dies to clash, the dies must fall out of adjustment, making the minimum clearance zero (or less than zero).” – error-ref.com. Additionally, a similar example has been listed as TDC-1c-2014-01 via maddieclashes.com

Feeder Finger Errors

A feeder finger scraping across an anvil die causes feeder finger errors. In other words, die scrapes appear on a coin as closely-spaced, parallel ridges.”

Moreover, die scrapes may appear on the hammer die. Additionally, other causes make die scrapes, but in most cases they’re difficult to distinguish from feeder finger damage.” – error-ref.com

2014 Shield Penny Doubled Die Varieties

Furthermore, 2014 Lincoln shield cent doubled die variety examples are available with images and listed at doubleddie.com or varietyvista.com. Additionally, if you enjoyed this article, then check out an examination of a 2009 Lincoln cent die variety. There are so many interesting coin errors to look for! Thanks for subscribing!

1970 D Lincoln Cent Struck Through Grease Error Spiked Head

1970 D Lincoln Cent Struck Through Grease Error Spiked Head Die Crack Penny

1970 D Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist! For instance, observe the images with arrows noting the errors. Furthermore, spiked head pennies have asking prices for a dollar and up on Ebay. Moreover, condition impacts value.

The best chance of finding rare 1970 penny errors and varieties is by searching through uncirculated original bank wrapped rolls. Additionally, examining 1970 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.

How Struck Through Errors Happen

Furthermore, struck through error coins exist because of the various equipment applications at coin production facilities. In other words, equipment made up of thousands of parts, from machines dripping grease, to bolts, screws, and random debris in the vicinity, leaves a lot of room for mistakes.

Things come loose, break off, and are accidentally fed into a press striking the coins. However, struck through grease errors are caused by mint employees accidentally over polishing dies. The grease filled die prevented the coin from striking correctly, hence the missing devices on the penny.

Moreover, a grease strike through error is very common, so only grease strikes causing large devices to be obliterated are considered valuable. Struck through grease error coins have asking prices of a dollar and up in raw condition online.

First, observe the recent sales of 1970 penny errors listed on Ebay. Then, check out a 1972 D Memorial Cent Struck-Through Grease Error missing words on the back of a penny. Finally, 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.

2009 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

2009 Lincoln Cent Professional Life Errors, Varieties, & Values

2009 Lincoln Cent doubled die varieties and other errors exist on bicentennial pennies! First, be aware that the 2009 Lincoln cent professional life coins were struck in low mintage. Second, keep in mind that the lower the population in the highest grades, the more valuable these coins are.

Furthermore, doubled die varieties and errors exist with increased value. Moreover, reliable online resources for comparing images to the “doubling found in the windows on the building” of the 2009 Lincoln Cent can be found via varietyvista.com. Additionally, check out the listings at doubleddie.com.

2009 Professional Life Bicentennial Cent

According to PCGS Coin Facts, a 2009 1C Lincoln-Professional graded MS68RD sold for nearly $2000.00. However, it wasn’t an error, nor designated as a variety. In other words, it’s valuable because any coin in flawless condition has a dramatic impact on value.

Where to Find Mint State Grade 2009 Lincoln Cents

Additionally, private dealers list uncirculated rolls and sets still sealed in original packaging on Ebay at reasonable prices or through their coin shop websites.

However, some collectors get boxes of pennies from the bank to search through, as another way to find valuable coins in mint state condition to hunt through for varieties and errors.

Making a Living in the Coin Industry

Coin roll hunting is in fact a form of self employment. It can be very time consuming, but that’s how some people have learned to make a living in the coin industry.

Finders get to decide what to do with whatever treasures they find. Many search to keep for themselves or do the research to garner a small profit and list what they’ve found for sale online. Furthermore, they will sell original bank wrapped rolls of 2009 Professional Life Lincoln cents for coin roll hunters to purchase and search through.

The most flawless coins are those usually sent off to be graded by a grading company such as ANACS or PCGS. Then, the coin is consigned with companies like Heritage Auctions, or Stacks & Bowers, but not always. Moreover, some dealers choose to list their coins on the market in raw condition.

Professional Life in Illinois 2009 Lincoln Cent Design

Abraham Lincoln worked at different jobs in Illinois, including piloting a steamboat. However, he had also become interested in politics, and with studying and practicing law.

Elected to the Illinois General Assembly in 1834, he then moved to Springfield, the capital of Illinois in 1837, where Lincoln married and started his family.”

Abraham Lincoln Professional Life

“Doing well as a lawyer, he won election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1846. Moreover, Lincoln’s debates made him nationally famous. Furthermore, they showcased his debating skills, clear thinking, sense of moral, and content of character. Two years later, the Republicans nominated him to run for president, and he won the election.”

“The 2009 Professional Life coin design represents Lincoln standing outside the state house of Illinois. It reminds us of his career in law and politics before he ran for the presidency.”

Lincoln Bicentennial One Cent Series Program

“The 2009 Lincoln Bicentennial One Cent Program offered four different reverse designs within the year of 2009. Moreover, the year 2009 was not only the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth, but also the 100th anniversary of the Lincoln cent, first appearing in 1909. Furthermore, the Lincoln image remained on the obverse (front) of all four cents in the limited edition series.”

Furthermore, the four different images applied highlighted four parts of Lincoln’s life. The first minted represents his Birth and Early Childhood in Kentucky. Moreover, the second depicts his Formative Years in Indiana. Additionally, the third design presents his Professional Life in Illinois and the fourth his Presidency in Washington, DC.”

First, watch the footage of the examination of the 2009 Lincoln Cent professional life coin listed above. Then, check out an examination of a rare 2009 Formative Years Lincoln bicentennial cent lamination error.

Doubled Die Variety Listings of the 2009 Professional Life Lincoln Cent Doubled Die Varieties Via Coppercoins!

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.

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!

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.

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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1970 Large Date Lincoln Cent

1970 S Large Date Lincoln Memorial Variety Cent

1970 S Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist! From the differing markings to the conditions of the coin, when compared to others, pennies of this date and mint sell for a few bucks up to thousands of dollars. The small date is more rare than the large date, but the large date is still valuable. Do you have a 1970 S large date Lincoln cent like this?

For instance, this 1970 penny displays die gouges above the words “In God.” Furthermore, an over-polished die strike displays on the reverse. Moreover, the best chance of finding 1970-S large date Lincoln cent errors and varieties is by searching through original wrapped bank rolls. Additionally, examining 1970 mint sets ensures a mint state specimen.

1970 S Large Date and Small Date Varieties

If you draw a line from the top of the nine and the top of the zero, the large date displays the spacing above the seven and below the line, as seen below. Furthermore, the large date is known as the “Low 7 variety” by advanced numismatists.

1970-S Large Date Lincoln Cent Doubled Die Varieties

“Die varieties refer to specific dies used to make a number of coins. The 1970 S large date and small date are examples of die varieties. A doubled die variety refers to a coin struck with a die having two misaligned impressions from the hub. The coin will show a doubled image over the original image.” – lincolncentsonline.com

Furthermore, this 1970s large date Lincoln cent coin doesn’t appear to be a doubled die variety. However, images to compare coins to are available via doubleddie.com, varietyvista.com, and coppercoins.com.

Collecting Coins or Currency

If you are new to coin collecting or want to introduce someone to the hobby, Coin Collecting For Dummies is a useful crash course for beginning collectors. Numismatics is the study of coins.

Moreover, you can purchase the necessary tools as gifts, such as coin microscopes, coin flips, and coin scales online. This activity makes for a great individual, group, or family to focus on. Anyone stuck indoors is sure to benefit from coin roll hunting errors and varieties.

1970 S Lincoln Cent Doubled Die Values

The most profound doubling on a 1970-S Doubled Die Lincoln Cent was valued at $22,500! Raw or ungraded 1970 S large date doubled die varieties sell for a few dollars and up on Ebay. However, these varieties are more valuable when graded. For instance, a 1970-S 1c doubled die obverse large date Lincoln cent graded MS65Rd, sold for $9000.00.

Furthermore, a 1970-S one cent large date doubled die variety graded MS66, sold for $24,150.00. Additionally, a 1970 S 1C large date doubled die obverse FS-101 graded Ms65Rd, sold for $11,456.00. In other words, these coins are worth grading.

Numerous Numismatists rave about the various 1970 penny errors and varieties. First watch the videos below. Then check out a rare “Bar Under L” 1970 Lincoln cent doubled die variety!

1970 pennies worth money is still found in pocket change. However, the best chance of finding 1970 Lincoln cent errors and varieties is by searching through original wrapped bank rolls.

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2019 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

2019 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist! “Very significant die breaks on modern coins like this 2019 penny add value. However, it’s mostly the “that’s unusual” aspect and not from an orderly collection of progressively growing die cracks,” collectors desire. – collectors.com.

Furthermore, 2019 Lincoln penny specimens with more prominent die cracks command a high premium, and are valued by collectors that collect by die mark progressions.

For instance, observe what 2019 pennies like these sold for in raw condition via Ebay. Moreover, even if you sell a penny for a dollar, you’ve made some profit to go along with the bragging rights of selling pennies for dollars.

2019 Lincoln Shield Cent Doubled Die Varieties

2019 Lincoln cent doubled die variety listings are available via varietyvista.com. Furthermore, coppercoins.com has obverse listings with images to compare to, along with price values. Additionally, find more shield cent doubled dies via doubleddie.com.

2019 Lincoln Shield Cent Values

However, Lincoln shield cents don’t have to have errors or be a variety to be valuable. For instance, check out a 2019-D 1C Shield cent graded MS69Rd. It sold for $1400.00. Furthermore, a 2019 P 1C Shield, graded MS69RD, sold for $2,575.00.

Moreover, a 2019-W 1C Shield First Strike designated “First Strike,” graded MS70RD, and sold for $4,550.00. Additionally, check out this 2019 W Shield Cent!

Searching for Rare Doubled Dies

The best chance of finding rare 2019 Lincoln cent errors and varieties with high mint state grades is to search uncirculated original wrapped rolls. Furthermore, examine 2019 mint sets for rare coin errors and varieties. For instance, I found this 2019 Lincoln cent partially plated error coin while examining a roll of pennies I got from a gas station.

Coin roll hunters like myself obtain boxes of rolls of pennies from the bank. On one hand examining every penny is extremely time consuming. On the other hand, it’s as good as treasure hunting and is a family friendly activity.

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