How much is a 1957 wheat penny worth with no mint mark?

A well-worn 1957 wheat penny from the Philadelphia Mint (which has no mintmark under the date) and a 1957-D wheat penny from Denver (with a “D” under the date) that has no errors and has not been cleaned is worth 3 to 5 cents apiece.

How much is a 1952 wheat penny worth with no mint mark?

A 1952 no mintmark penny that is uncirculated, or in Mint State condition — 75 cents or more. A 1952-D penny that is uncirculated, or Mint State — 75 cents or more. A 1952-S penny in Mint State condition — $1.25+ Proof 1952 pennies (which were made at the Philadelphia Mint for coin collectors) — $15 to $3,000.

What makes a 1957 wheat penny rare?

Value of a 1957-D Wheat Penny Higher grades are elusive because the bulk handling of coins at the Denver mint resulted in all coins having some minuscule bag marks. Problem free circulated examples can be purchased for approximately 10 to 15 cents.

How to find the value of old wheat pennies?

Examine your coins, compare them to the grading images and discover today’s solid values. Separate your old wheat pennies into the main value groups – different decades, mintmarks, rare dates and importantly condition. Preparing and selling wheat pennies for the best value is possible.

Are there any wheat pennies still in circulation?

On a personal note we just love searching penny rolls for wheat and indian head pennies. Wheat pennies are still readily found in circulation and because of the relative price of just $25 for a box of these coins, they are cheap and will keep the coin roll searcher on his or her toes.

How to tell the difference between Lincoln Wheat pennies?

Knowing which Lincoln Wheat pennies are key dates, rarities or varieties will help you appreciate that a small difference on a coin can mean significant differences in its value. You can learn how to identify these coins by studying the description of each variety of Lincoln cent paying particular attention to the photo of the coin.

Where are the initials on a wheat penny?

The initials “VDB” are located on the back of the coin, centered on the bottom. They were later removed because citizens felt it was disrespectful. | Source The wheat penny was an American coin designed by the U.S. Mint from 1909 to 1958. The front of the coin features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln.