What is the value of a 1960 small date penny?
James Olson
Updated on April 11, 2026
1960 small date starts out at a $1 in circulated grades and $5 and up in MS63 and the 1960 D small date Lincoln Cent value is a few dollars less in MS and a few cents less in circulated grades. 1960-D Lincoln Cent Memorials, proof and business strikes are known for the rare varieties Small Date over Large Dates.
Is a 1960 penny rare?
There is a rare error variety for the 1960 D penny. On the obverse side of the coin the D mint mark is minted over an outline of another D mint mark. In addition the small date is minted over a large date. This error coin is worth around $150 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade.
What’s the value of a 1960 D Penny?
The 1960 D penny with the small date is worth around $0.20 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade. The value is around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS-65RD.
What’s the value of an old Lincoln penny?
Your box of old coins has never been more valuable. Lincoln penny value is exceptional for the right coin. A very popular coin to collect for both beginners and advanced collectors. Lots of rare dates and mints to discover and now the condition of the older coins is important. These better condition coins have very high old US penny values.
Why are copper pennies so much more valuable?
The high value of this coin is due to its uncirculated condition and its original copper-red color. In 1856, the price of copper rose to the point that it took more than a penny’s worth of copper to make a penny. Prior to this date, pennies were large and bulky and were almost the size of a half-dollar.
What’s the value of an old Indian Penny?
With many advanced collectors perusing Indian pennies the rare dates are rapidly moving higher in value. Better condition coins are especially sought. Your box of old coins has never been more valuable. A very popular coin to collect for both beginners and advanced collectors.