What makes a 1978 penny rare?
Mia Phillips
Updated on April 09, 2026
The most valuable no mintmark 1978 pennies are those in tip-top uncirculated condition — not just free of wear but also showing no marks, dings, or other detractions on the surface.
What is my 1978 penny worth?
The 1978 penny with no mint mark and the 1978 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. The 1978 S proof penny is worth around $2.50 in PR 65 condition.
What should a 1978 penny weigh?
1978 LMC With Weight Of 2.5 Grams.
What year pennies are worth money list?
Here’s a rundown of 10 of the most valuable pennies made since 1900:
- 1909-S Indian Cent. Image: USA CoinBook.
- 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent. 1909-S “VDB” Lincoln Wheat cent.
- 1914-D Lincoln Cent.
- 1922 Plain Lincoln Cent.
- 1931-S Lincoln Cent.
- 1943 Bronze Lincoln Cent.
- 1944 Steel Lincoln Cent.
- 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent.
How much is a penny from 1975 worth?
The 1975 penny with no mint mark and the 1975 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. The 1975 S proof penny is worth around $3.50 in PR 65 condition.
How much is a 1978 Lincoln Memorial penny worth?
USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1978 Lincoln Memorial Penny is Worth $0.32 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts. Also, click here to Learn About Grading Coins. The Melt Value shown below is how Valuable the Coin’s Metal is Worth (bare minimum value of coin).
Where is the mint mark on a 1979 Penny?
The US minted the 1979 penny with no mint mark and also the 1979 D penny and 1979 S proof penny. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin below the date. Most 1979 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their weight in copper.
How much is a 1979 D Penny Worth?
The 1979 penny with no mint mark and the 1979 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
When did they stop putting mint marks on pennies?
In an effort to reduce coin collecting, coins minted in 1965, 1966, and 1967 had no mint marks. Note: The “P” mintmark had never appeared on a penny until 2017, when the Philadelphia mint quietly released a 2017-P penny to commemorate the mint’s 225th anniversary.
