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2013 Shield Penny Value Guide: Is Your Lincoln Cent Worth $3,000?
A 2013 Lincoln Cent is typically worth its face value ($0.01) in circulated condition. However, high-grade certified examples are highly valuable due to Registry Set competition. A 2013-D Denver Business Strike graded PCGS MS-68+ Red recently sold for $3,120.00. 2013-S Proof versions in perfect PR-70 DCAM condition are valued at approximately $205.88. All 2013 pennies weigh 2.5 grams and are composed of copper-plated zinc.
Lincoln Memorial Penny Value Guide (1959-2008): Are Your Cents Worth Thousands?
Find out which Lincoln Memorial cents are worth thousands in our definitive 1959–2008 penny value guide. From the 1969-S Doubled Die to the rare 1992 Close AM transitional error, learn how to identify key dates, mint marks, and the elusive Class 9 “single-squeeze” doubling.
2011 Penny Value – Lincoln Shield Cent Price Guide
What is the 2011 penny value? While most are common, a 2011 Philadelphia Business Strike in MS-68+ Red recently sold for $4,112.49. Collectors should also look for the WDDR-002 Doubled Die variety and high-grade Denver MS-68 strikes. All 2011 pennies are made of copper-plated zinc (2.5 grams). 2011 Union Shield Penny Value Guide: 2011 Philly…
2004 Penny Value Guide – $1,200 Denver Coin and DDR Error Worth Money!
What is a 2004 penny value? At first glance, a 2004 penny looks like any other copper-plated zinc coin you’d find in a jar of spare change. However, for numismatists and roll hunters, 2004 represents a year of hidden “condition rarities” and a very specific, sought-after Doubled Die variety.
Most Valuable Pennies – 1980 to 1989 – From Copper to Zinc Transitional Errors
How much is a penny from the 1980s worth? While most are worth face value, certain 1980s Lincoln Cents are legendary rarities worth thousands. This complete decade compilation covers every major variety and error from 1980 to 1989, including the $18,800 1983 Bronze Transitional Error and the 1982 “Secret” Small Date Copper.

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