How much are 1942 silver pennies worth?
John Hall
Updated on April 08, 2026
Total Produced: 85,590,000 [?] Value: As a rough estimate of this coins value you can assume this coin in average condition will be valued at somewhere around 40 cents, while one in certified mint state (MS+) condition could bring as much as $12 at auction.
What makes a 1942 penny valuable?
The 1942-S is the last copper wheat cent with a significant value jump when found in above average condition. Most wore heavily through extended use. In Extremely Fine grade and above it is in demand by collectors assembling circulated sets.
Is a penny from 1943 worth anything?
Value of a 1943 Steel Penny They are worth about 10 to 13 cents each in circulated condition, and as much as 50 cents or more if uncirculated.
How much is a 1942 Mercury head coin worth?
1942 Dime Value Condition of Coin Condition of Coin Condition of Coin Condition of Coin Date Good Fine Extremely Fine Uncirculated 1942 Dime Value Updated 1942 Dime Value Updated 1942 Dime Value Updated 5/10/2021 1942 $2.02 $2.17 $2.44 $5.73 1942/41 $233 $246 $345 $1,988
What’s the value of a 1943 Mercury dime?
The 1943 Mercury dimes have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these silver coins. Mercury dimes are also known as Winged Liberty Head dimes. The US minted the 1943 dime with no mint mark and also the 1943 D dime and 1943 S dime.
How much is a 1942 silver dime worth?
These old silver dimes of the 1940’s are always in demand, they introduce many to the hobby of coin collecting. Values can vary depending on the mint that struck the coin, but condition has the greatest influence on how much your 1942 dime is worth.
Where was the 1942 Mercury Head dime made?
Dimes without a mark were struck in Philadelphia. A rare 1942 Mercury dime was created by the mint when preparing a die, the number “2” was punched over a “1” when the date was applied. Coins minted using this die show a clear 2 over 1 date.