Penny Values are Increasing Yearly

From Half Cents to Large Cents to Indian and Lincoln penny values are all rising. For example, wheat pennies 1909-1958 are worth 2 cents each for common dates in the 40s and 50s.

Circulated and worn Indian pennies sell easily between 75 cents to $1. If any of your coins are in better than "Good" condition, collectors and dealers become very interested and your penny values increase rapidly.

How much are some of these old coins worth? One of the most famous rarities, the 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent is a $500 coin and always in demand. Seldom found, it is a true rarity, although a box of old pennies with coins dated earlier than 1940, contains many valued at a dollar or more.

All your old pennies from Half Cents to Lincoln Cents are indexed here. Follow the links to all dates, mintmarks and varieties.

Note: To arrive at an accurate value each series includes grading images to help determine the condition of your coins. See more about the importance of proper grading below.

Half Cent Values | All Half Cents are Rare

The many collectors that specialize in Half Cents continually seek additions to their collections. Find any in your box and the value is $20 or more. The better condition coins demand even higher prices. All dates are covered on the Half Cent values chart.

American Large Cent Values

Another great American coin that specialists study intensely and avidly collect. Worth from $14 to many thousands. Carefully examine your coins for condition. Check the value list for rare dates and varieties. Many large cents in nice condition with abundant detail remaining, are easily a $50 find.

The Value of an Indian Penny | Very Solid

A very popular coin, everyone understands and has heard of an Indian Head penny. Common dates are now worth more than 75 cents each. Many collectors are building collections and putting a heavy demand on the rare dates and better condition coins. Compare your coins to the values chart.

Lincoln Penny Value | On the Rise

The early dates and higher condition coins are on the move. Some are not as common as once believed. Their prices are climbing to reflect the demand. A quick look at the value chart shows a big change in how much your box of old pennies is worth. Condition is also playing an increasing role in Lincoln penny values.

Penny Values and Investigating Condition

Compare your coins to those listed on rare coin dealer sites. Check the descriptions and how they describe the coins they are selling. It quickly becomes clear what is necessary to give your coins value.

Of all your coins, the one in the nicest condition is probably the most valuable. Dealers and collectors are always looking for a more desirable coin and this usually means one in a better grade. Each of the different series contains images to help define the condition and grade for each of your coins.

Follow the links above, the charts cover all of the dates, varieties and mintmarks in detail in four different grades.

If you are preparing to sell or curious of value. Match your coins to the grading images and then value charts staying current with penny values.

Finding Rare Pennies
Discover the rare pennies in your box of old coins. The search is both interesting and exciting. From rare dates to rare very small details, if they are in your box you will find the rare pennies.

Old US Penny Values are Rising
Coin values are determined by using the grading images to judge condition then checking the date and values on the charts provided. Discover all the rare varieties, dates and mintmarks.