These 40+ Pennies Are Worth Over $20 Million

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Coin collecting has captivated enthusiasts for ages, serving both as a pastime and an investment opportunity. Explore these precious pennies and discover the reasons behind their collective worth of millions.

1804 Silver Dollar Class I — $4.1 million

The 1804 Silver Dollar, often referred to as the "King of Coins," is categorized into three distinct classes, with Class I fetching approximately $4.1 million at auction.

1804 Silver Dollar Class I — $4.1 million
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Even though this coin bears the date 1804, it was actually produced later, specifically after the 1830s. The obverse features an image of Lady Liberty along with the word "liberty," while the reverse showcases a golden eagle surrounded by 13 stars.

1922-D Lincoln, No D, Strong Reverse, Die Pair 2 — $63,000

This coin weighs in at 3.11 grams and is composed of copper, tin, and zinc. Similar to the previous coin, it also lacks a mint mark, a result of a malfunctioning die at the Denver Mint.

1922-D Lincoln, No D, Strong Reverse, Die Pair 2 — $63,000
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The newly created head die accounts for the crisper design seen on the reverse compared to the front of the coin. Among its various iterations, Die Pair II is regarded as the "authentic" version. This particular piece fetched $63,000 at an auction in Baltimore in 2018.

1873 Doubled 'Closed 3' Indian Head Penny — $12,650

The Indian Head one cent penny features two distinct design variations. Its uniqueness is highlighted by the space in the numeral 'three' of the year "1873." A pronounced gap indicates an "Open 3," whereas a narrower gap is classified as a "Closed 3."

1873 Doubled 'Closed 3' Indian Head Penny — $12,650
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Due to its distinctive double appearance and a limited mintage of just one million, the "Closed 3" Indian Head penny commands a greater value than one might anticipate. Weighing 3.11 grams and composed of copper, tin, and zinc, this rare coin fetched a price of $12,650 at sale.

1914-S Lincoln Penny — $105,800

The 1914-S Lincoln Penny is a bronze coin featuring a diameter of 19 mm and a weight of 3.11 grams. Its elevated copper content contributes to its vibrant red hue, which has remained intact thanks to limited circulation and excellent preservation techniques.

1914-S Lincoln Penny — $105,800
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The 1914-S Lincoln Penny, among more than four million produced in San Francisco, garnered significant attention when it was auctioned in August 2006. Retaining its original red hue, this particular coin fetched an impressive $105,800 for its previous owners, Bowers and Merena.