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Did you hear?… A rare 1982 copper penny is worth an astounding $10,000!
The good news is there may be more rare pennies out there just like it — and you could be the next person to find a rare copper penny in your pocket change.
The reason this particular 1982 copper penny value is so high is because it’s a rare 1982 small date penny.
What’s The 1982 Small Date Copper Penny Worth?
The first known 1982-D Small Date copper penny sold for $18,800 at a Stack’s Bowers auction on August 3, 2017 — no joke. A second one was discovered a short while later and sold for $10,800 in an April 25, 2019, Heritage Auctions sale.


Both coins have light wear and were found in circulation. In other words, this rare and valuable 1982 penny looks just like any other ordinary 1982-D Small Date penny you might find in your spare change.
Can you imagine… a penny worth $10,000 just floating around in circulation?
Of course, you’ve got to know what you’re looking for — because to the unaided eye, this rare penny might not look or feel any different than the highly common zinc 1982-D Small Date pennies.
How To Find The Rare 1982-D Small Date Copper Penny
You’re probably wondering if it’s easy to find a rare 1982 copper penny like this Small Date variety.
Only two have been discovered so far, but relatively few people take time to really search their 1982 pennies, too. The average circulated 1982 penny is worth 2 to 3 cents or less — so most people don’t think of these old pennies as having much value.
If you’re diligent, you might find a 1982-D Small Date copper penny or another valuable error coin like it. So, if you find a 1982 D penny, keep it!
And remember — the “D” mintmark from Denver MUST be under the date! If there’s no D mintmark on your 1982 penny, there’s no chance that it’s the rare one (sorry!).
You’ll also need weigh all of your 1982-D pennies. The most efficient, foolproof method is to check them each on a coin scale — which you can buy at a local big-box retail store or online for less than $20.
Checking the coin’s weight is the easiest way to determine whether a penny is made from a copper-based (brass, in this case) alloy or the copper-plated zinc composition that virtually all other 1982-D Small Date pennies are made from.
1982 Copper Penny vs. 1982 Zinc Penny Weights
Here’s how to tell the difference between a 1982 copper penny and a zinc penny:
- 1982 copper pennies weigh approximately 3.11 grams
- 1982 zinc pennies weigh about 2.5 grams
That said, copper and zinc pennies don’t always weigh those exact amounts. Here’s why:
A 1982 copper penny has a tolerance of 0.13 grams — meaning that it could weigh between 2.98 grams and 3.24 grams. A 1982 zinc penny has a tolerance of 0.10 grams — so an authentic one could weigh as little as 2.40 grams or as much as 2.60 grams.
1982 Small Date Penny vs. 1982 Large Date Penny Numerals
And what about the small date? How can you tell a 1982-D Small Date penny from a 1982-D Large Date penny?
You’ve got to check the alignment of the tops of each numeral in the date to see if you’ve got a small date or large date penny:
- On a 1982-D Large Date penny, the tops of the “9” and “8” in the “1982” date will appear higher than the “1” and the “2”
- On a 1982-D Small Date penny, the tops of all the numerals appear to be aligned, and the bottoms of the “1,” “8,” and “2” will also appeared in alignment.
Once you get used to looking at 1982 large date vs. small date pennies, you’ll be able to tell them apart from a mile away!
The Story Behind The Rare 1982 Copper Penny
Where did the valuable 1982 copper penny come from — and why is it so rare?
The 1982-D Small Date copper penny is known as a transitional error coin since it was minted from copper during a year when the United States Mint was beginning to make zinc pennies.
The US Mint switched from copper (more specifically, brass) to copper-plated zinc pennies — due to rising copper prices.
This wasn’t the first time the Mint had traded copper pennies in for a less-expensive type of penny. Less than a decade earlier, in 1973, the U.S. Treasury and Mint developed a less-expensive type of penny, and aluminum became the metal of choice.
The Mint struck more than 1.5 million 1974 aluminum pennies. While many were given to congresspersons and others for inspection, they were soon recalled when government officials decided the coins weren’t going to become official.
There were worries that the aluminum pennies wouldn’t show up on X-rays if they were swallowed by children, and the vending machine industry took aim at the new penny — which they claimed wouldn’t work without expensive overhauls to equipment across the country.
Copper prices also temporarily dropped, and the 1974 aluminum penny didn’t stick around. Yet, only a few short years later the debate rose again as copper prices soared. By 1981, the U.S. Treasury was back to work on creating a cheaper metal for the penny — and the copper-plated zinc composition was born.
The first zinc Lincoln cents, or Zincolns, were minted at the West Point Mint on January 7, 1982, and the last official business-strike copper pennies were made late in the year. The 1982 West Point zinc pennies have no mintmarks — so they look like Philadelphia pennies and can’t be distinguished from them.
Not including the 1982-D Small Date copper penny, the changes in composition and modifications to the appearance of the date means there are 8 other types of 1982 pennies:
- 1982 Large Date copper penny
- 1982 Small Date copper penny
- 1982-D copper penny
- 1982 Large Date zinc penny
- 1982 Small Date zinc penny
- 1982-D Large Date zinc penny
- 1982-D Small Date zinc penny
- 1982-S copper proof penny
With the addition of the 1982-D Small Date copper penny — which was made at the Denver Mint and has a “D” mintmark — there are now 9 known 1982 penny varieties.
It’s theorized that the 1982-D Small Date copper penny was created when a brass planchet, or prepared coin blank, was left in the Mint’s coin hopper by accident and was inadvertently fed into the coining presses.
At least two (and perhaps many more) were unknown — until the first one was discovered by Paul Malone on November 23, 2016. He found it while sorting his 1982 pennies. It was the first-ever reported discovery of a 1982-D Small Date penny.
What’s amazing about this coin is that it took nearly 35 years for it to be found. And what’s even more incredible still is that there are likely more out there just like it waiting to be discovered.
Maybe you will be the next person to find a 1982-D Small Date copper penny!
Why Is The Rare 1982 Copper Penny Worth So Much?
You’re probably wondering who would spend $10,000 to buy a 1982-D Small Date copper penny.
Actually, there are tons of people who want rare error coins like this penny. The US Mint isn’t supposed to make mistakes. So when it does (and creates neat coin errors like this 1982 penny error), everybody wants one!
However, since only one of these 1982 copper pennies has been found so far, there certainly aren’t many to go around. In fact, off-metal error pennies are very popular rare coins, and several have sold for well more than $10,000.
Here are a few other rare copper penny errors that you may find in pocket change:
- 1943 copper penny — This is one of the most valuable rare pennies, and it’s worth more than $100,000.
- 1983 no mintmark (Philadelphia) brass penny — These rare pennies have sold at auctions for as much as $23,500.
- 1983-D brass penny — This coin has sold for more than $15,000.
- 1989-D brass penny — One sold for $22,325.
- 1990-D brass penny — These are worth up to $15,000.
The key is to search your spare change, rolls of coins, and other sources — and then weigh your pennies using a gram scale. Remember:
- A brass penny should weigh about 3.11 grams.
- A zinc penny is 2.5 grams.
Good luck, fearless penny collectors!
More Info About Rare Pennies
In addition to the links I’ve included above, here are some other resources to help you learn more about rare pennies worth money:
- A Brief History Of The Penny
- Which Old Pennies Are The Most Valuable?
- Old Copper Pennies: Which Ones To Save & What They’re Worth
- 5 Rare Coins You’ll Find In The Lincoln Memorial Cent Series
- A List Of 43 U.S. Pennies Worth Holding On To

I’m the Coin Editor here at TheFunTimesGuide. My love for coins began when I was 11 years old. I primarily collect and study U.S. coins produced during the 20th century. I’m a member of the American Numismatic Association (ANA) and the Numismatic Literary Guild (NLG) and have won multiple awards from the NLG for my work as a coin journalist. I’m also the editor at the Florida United Numismatists Club (FUN Topics magazine), and author of Images of America: The United States Mint in Philadelphia (a book that explores the colorful history of the Philadelphia Mint). I’ve contributed hundreds of articles for various coin publications including COINage, The Numismatist, Numismatic News, Coin Dealer Newsletter, Coin Values, and CoinWeek. I’ve authored nearly 1,000 articles here at The Fun Times Guide to Coins (many of them with over 50K shares), and I welcome your coin questions in the comments below!
HI ok I’m looking at my penny’s and I found a coin that seems to be the one from this article. 1982 D Lincoln copper penny, wt 3.1 gr..
I have had these penny’s for many years and I’m having a hard time believing my luck because I have more than one of these little jems. There must be a catch. Anyone have an idea where I might take it to for verification. Or know anything else I might be able to check them against?
Try not to pop my bubble right away please.
Thank you.
Hi, JQ —
It’s certainly possible that you have an authentic off-metal variety, but it HAS to be the 1982 SMALL DATE variety for it to be worth the type of money mentioned in this article. If it’s a large date, it’s common and worth 2 cents if worn. Please post a photo of this coin so I can assist you further.
Thank you!
Josh
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Hi, Stephanie —
You have a 1982-D Large Date copper cent, which is one of the well-known and common varieties. As this piece is lightly circulated, it’s worth 2 cents for its copper value.
I love these old copper pennies!
Best wishes,
Josh
Hello josh i have a 1958 D wheat penny and i think it’s bronze
Hi, Matt —
As bronze was the regular composition used for U.S. one-cent coins in the late 1950s, it sounds like you have a regular-issue 1958-D Lincoln cent that is worth about 3 to 5 cents if it’s in worn condition.
Nice find!
Josh
I https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/f22dfd87a8701573418e978eed3453a36d2ec1e667f35d2d95c2f22e5d3017e7.jpg have a 1982 D but I’m not sure if it’s small date I can’t really tell it does weigh 3.1 though. Is there something else that could tell me for sure if it is? Or isn’t?
Hi, Tiffany —
If you drop the penny on a hard surface, such as a table top, the coin will make a small ringing sound if it’s copper and make a thud if it’s zinc. I can tell you, based on the shape and placement of the date, that this is a large date cent. As it’s worn, if it’s copper it’s worth 2 cents, and if it’s zinc it’s worth face value.
Thank you for reaching out!
-Josh
Is this small date or large date, was not sure which one penny at top of page was https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/93895fed9330b3a02f2471192c17dffc4e1fc7ddad84fb17aaf1e87e4b6bcb24.jpg
Hi, Leanne —
I’m afraid this photo is a touch fuzzy — would you please resend with a clearer image, if possible, and the coin pictured upright so I can look at the diagnostic features correctly?
Thank you,
Josh
I found this today in my sons piggy bank any thoughts? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/401506b761b135c9a5cf610af1997a1bdb90dcb01ee5d99b091604cb7fe1a415.jpg
Hi, Amber!
Nice — it’s a copper 1982-D large date penny (not the small date, I’m sorry…). While it’s worth 2 cents for its copper value, I’m personally hanging on to all pre-1983 copper pennies, even the worn ones, in case copper pries rise.
Keep searching! There really ARE super valuable coins out there…
-Josh
Hi, Does it mean anything when the letters have been flattened? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/b95683beadeb2cd38da10cf016a921f0d6d81c31fcf71df41a1c54ee2d55e744.png
Hi, Hwy14 —
It would require a closer look at the coin in-hand, but this appears to be a possible minting error; the most likely explanation is a filled die error, where that part of the die was filled with grease or something else, obscuring the letters during strike. Depending on the date and condition, these pieces sometimes bring a very small premium (usually $1 to $2, at most, for modern worn Lincoln cents) among collectors who specialize in errors and varieties.
What an interesting find!
Josh
Hi, This one weighs 3.1 but I’m not very good at telling the difference between large and small dates yet. What do you see? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8225ab3db1d7223024c4a53a8d07eec2db440d2907cb741d4e288b1199469f12.png
Hi, Hwy14 —
This is a 1982-D Large Date copper cent (given its weight of 3.1 grams); these are common and, since this one is worn, is worth its copper value of 2 cents.
By the way, I always save these!
Josh
I think this is the small date https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/7dccd95f077c968dd3682311a8f912593f2c5868f265e087e8f39597ec046f23.jpg
Ok let me know https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/2edf56e57678c011932b3f55661d06c09cae8b83d8985f4752dd922b744de64d.jpg
Hi, Vic —
I’m afraid these images are too dark for me to see whether these coins are large dates or small dates. Would you mind kindly re-uploading clearer, brighter images of these coins so I can help you further?
Thank you so much!
Josh
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Hi, Vic…
Yes, this is a 1982-D large date copper cent, which is worth about 2 cents for its copper value in worn condition. It’s still worth keeping, and I make sure I pull these out of circulation when I find them in case the value of copper increases and these coins eventually trade for more money.
Best wishes,
Josh
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I have a bunch of 1982d in different sizes and the 1944 wheat penny the 82s all weigh around 3.1 or closer https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/469d427eb11398fdeaab3d13fb7f91f3c2d4710dbac788a102212a534a416f39.jpg
Hi, Vic —
Some of the photos are a tad fuzzy, but from what I can tell the 1982 pennies that I see are all large dates and in such case would be worth about 2 cents in circulated condition.
You might find this article on penny values to be of interest: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/valuable-pennies/
Best wishes,
Josh
The 8 and 2 are The same size it weighs exactly 3.10grams
Thanks for your input. I looked carefully with a magnified lens the 8 and the 2 they are the same size and so far everything checks out
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https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6924ef2a4efeb6718a6108f8b13e97c517e37dc960812ea785b587e1fe45fab4.jpg. Check this one out its my 1953 wheat penny missing the letter S for States
Hi, Vic —
It looks like this is possibly a filled-die error. These are usually worth between 50 cents to maybe $2 to collectors who specialize in error/variety coins.
Cool find!
Josh
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Hey Joshua,
Would you be able to tell me if this is a small or large date penny? I dropped it on a hard surface and I believe it did make a little ringing sound compared to a newer penny that I dropped as well.
Best,
EM
Hello, EM —
I’m sorry, but I can’t seem to enlarge the photo enough to see. Hmm… Do the tops of the “9” and “8” exceed the height of “1” and “2”? If so, then it’s a large date.
Hope this helps,
Josh
Hi Josh,
Thank you so much for your prompt reply! I did read that you mentioned in your article to check if the 9 and 8 were higher than the 1 and 2, unfortunately I can’t seem to tell. Perhaps I could include a better picture?
Thank you so much for your help. : )
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It seems to me that the “9” is the same height as the “1” and “2” however I can’t tell if the “8” is the same height.
Ah, this appears to be a large date, EW. The 1982-D copper large date in worn condition is worth about 2 cents for its copper value.
You’re quite welcome, E.W!
Cheers,
Josh
This is best pic I can get https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/818f13b7ea9f8059894cf0da1b37999e0d266c4c4ca754f0d10b54d2e4651c80.jpg
Hello, Leanne —
This is a 1982-D Large Date Lincoln cent — the “9” and “8” exceed the height of the “1” and “2.” The copper variant is worth 2 cents, and the zinc version is worth face value.
Best wishes,
Josh
Could I get your opinion on this penny you can email me @ finkelson.rm@icloud.com
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Can some one tell me if it is large or small https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/654329be63c06538ecfbe9bbb5826d3b81c70908d981fecc04b2ad77e2eae819.jpg large or small date
Hi, Adrian —
This looks like a 1982-D Small Date Lincoln penny. Now we need to know if it’s made from primarily copper or zinc! Copper cents weigh around 3.11 grams whereas zinc pennies are about 2.5 grams.
Best wishes,
Josh
Hey josh, I must say I enjoy your site. So thank you. What do you make of these? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8987d1d95b25cfcea398af85808fab50b83b7a028bc711302c5a6d6501d177e0.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/ce41d55d85a2c14d1e367b0da24771e6653c2c6cf45dc1f200c15bce3b9be2c2.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c4eac3f95e29309f9d2ca1a12d8d106f23cac89b9ef46f8ba334c453f7531574.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c7a01db2918da437a781c902736e4ab6e640431f6f840d9b554998cc9f7c1433.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/fed65b1f0f5a7952f577b0ad8284badb9586e4815d02907a8525c41879eb4d5a.jpg
Hi, Murland!
Thank you for your kind feedback and comments on the site! As for the Lincoln cents you posted here, I can only tell you whether or not they’re large dates or small dates. You’ll need to weigh them with a gram scale or test their metal content in another way to determine which are copper or zinc.
In order of the photos as they appear in the comments here:
1st: 1982-D Small Date penny
2nd: 1982-D Large Date penny
3rd: fuzzy image but appears to be a 1982-D Large Date penny
4th: 1982-D Small Date penny
5th: 1982-D Small Date penny
Good luck!
Josh
Hey Josh
Sorry to bother you again but if I post the pictures again would you be able to tell me which ones they are again? I mix them all up and now I don’t know which one is which
Sure thing, Murland! Go for it!
Thank you,
Josh
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Hello, Murland —
I presume you weighed these to assure they’re all copper (3.11 grams, approximately) first? If so, I’m sorry to say none of these is the 1982-D Small Date copper cent. All are large dates. However, I do see a couple numbers missing from this sequence of 1-19; please feel free to post those couple-few examples if you wish an I’ll check them out, too.
By my estimation, the missing numbers look to be “1” and “5.”
Best wishes,
Josh
Thank you very much Josh. Is there a possibility hat you could post a side by side photo of the large and small date 1982 D Lincoln?
Hello, Murland —
Here’s a link to a nice side-by-side photo of 1982 large and small date varieties on The Penny Trader: https://penny-trader.fl-ink.com/images/cent-1982-l-sd.jpg
I hope this helps!
Josh
Once again, Thank You Very Very Much for taking the time to look at these.
You’re quite welcome, Murland!
Cheers,
Josh
Josh,
If I wanted to share 20 pictures with you, is there another way of getting them to you without posting them all in this thread?
Thank you,
Murland
Hi, Murland —
I’m afraid my correspondence relating to coin evaluations, etc. for The Fun Times Guide would have to come through the comments forum. What are the 20 photos of? 10 — or 20 — different coins?
I’ll be happy to help further as best as I can,
Josh
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Once again, Thank You Very Much for taking the time to look at these.
Can u tell me if this is large or small date? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/1a7fbe03120c84ea089ea5ae52d5e6b6d0938dacc62e6690dfc476cb4cfc305e.jpg
Hello, Leanne —
This is a 1982-D Large Date penny. The 1982 Large Date pennies show the “9” and “8” with higher tops relative to the “1” and “2.” On the small date, the tops of all four date digits are sitting approximately on the same plane.
I hope this info helps,
Josh
1982. Fiant D https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/04db17afade67ba4ddbbf1ae3a2dd970d9c460db9dd9d018dfdd55ae19ee3fce.jpg. hope you can see it
Hi, Ronald —
I see a discoloration of some sort in the area where the “D” mintmark would be be on a 1982 Lincoln cent – perhaps the “D” mintmark, if traces are there, look more distinct in person. If you want this to potentially be attributed as a variety, I suggest sending this photo and/or the coin to the coin variety organization known as CONECA, which does such attributions. Here is their info: https://varietyvista.com/index.htm
Good luck!
Josh
Thanks for the info ill check it out….
Good luck, Ronald!
-Josh
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Hi, Ronald —
What you have is an 1851 large cent that was counterstamped after the coin left the Mint. Why it was counterstamped by a private individual I can’t say for certain. However, while some numismatists would simply view this coin as “altered,” there is an increasing segment of collectors who seek out this type of novelty material and may actually pay more for this coin BECAUSE of the stamp than if the 1851 large cent was normal and unaltered. My best guess is that this may have been a merchant’s markings so the coin could be used as a type of token or coupon. Or, it may have been counterstamped during the Civil War in Union territory as a type of patriotic piece.
Readers: If YOU have any deeper knowledge on counterstamped coins such as this one, please feel free to chime in!
Best wishes,
Josh
Thanks Josh I got about 10.000 wheat ears that was left to me buy a dear friend who passed on ….found a few that are interesting tell me what you think . And as always thanks!!!! https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/e8a1961dbcf9857295ac73df9f6a8631fc805294a27f61cf76f725a93158b02e.jpg
Oops may have sent some doubles
What’s the super glue looking stuff I acetone them didn’t come off
Hi, Ronald —
What super glue stuff are you talking about? Do you have a photo of this coin that I may see please so I can try and further assist you?
Thank you!
Josh
Hi, Ronald —
I don’t see any photos or list, unfortunately. Would you mind reposting here? Or, if you want, check out this list of the 43 most valuable pennies — hopefully you’ve got a few of these among the 10,000!
43 Pennies Worth Saving: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/valuable-pennies/
Good luck,
Josh
Ok
Is this of any value? My husband thinks it may be, I’m skeptical.
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Hi, Laci —
It looks like your suspicions are correct. This is a 1982-D Large Date copper cent. It’s still worth hanging onto since it contains copper and is worth about 2 cents due to its intrinsic value. However, it’s not the rare and valuable 1982-D Small Date penny.
Keep looking!
Josh
Hi there, penny for your thoughts??
Ah, Kris!
Yes, you may! And this 1982 Large Date penny, if it’s copper is worth two. Or, 2 cents, that is. If it’s zinc, it’s worth face value.
Best wishes,
Josh
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Hi, I found this pennies and they weigh from 3.0g to 3.1g. I just wanted to know if any of these 1982 d pennies is worth almost $19,000.
It looks to me that the dates are the same size though. Can you help please? Thanks.
MIKE
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Hi, Mike —
Yes, you’re correct in that they are all the same size, and these are the 1982-D Large Date cents, which are common and worth about 2 cents each if worn; I think a few of these, the ones near the top of the photo, are lower-end uncirculated specimens, which are worth closer to 5 or 10 cents each.
You’ll note the “9” and “8” on these all are staggered higher than the “1” and “2” in the date. On the 1982-D Small Date, the tops of the date numerals are on about the same plane.
I hope this info is helpful,
Josh
Josh,
Thank you, really appreciate it.
You’re welcome, Mike!
-Josh
Hi Josh, Like most everyone I’m confused about small date/large date. To me the 1 and 9 seem to be even, but knowing how rare the small date is, I doubt I have one. What do you think? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6f4b65d533d543c60826225f90aaeba9e368dacf5dbb6e1a3c5c658a9fd8f38b.jpg
Hi, Paul —
No worries — if you line a ruller up to the tops of the “1” and “2,” you’d see that the “9” and “8” would stick up beyond the ruler, as it does here. That means you have a large date variety. With the Small Date, the tops of all four numerals is virtually on the same plane. This piece, being a worn 1982-D Large Date copper cent, is worth about 2 cents. But do keep looking — this might seem like a wild goose chase, but there really are rarities out there…
Good luck!
Josh
okay, so this one just sold for $1600, and to me the date looks exactly like mine. ?? thanks. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/9ae684fd847709596922a5caebb804d70519a865eeeb7ed1e660b08544943ee5.jpg
P.S. in this next photo, i have lined up the $1600 penny, my penny, and a $19,000 penny. to me, the 8’s on both of the others look higher than on mine. and the space between the 2 and the rim seems smaller than the other two, while mine and the $16000 are the same space. is it really possible to judge these so clearly? unfortunate that value rests on something this minute.
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p.p.s. the 9 on mine is actually lower than the other two, unlike the others that are higher. the oddity is that the 1 on mine seems to be smaller than any other i’ve looked at. whew.
Hi, Paul —
The coin in the photo on the left looks like a 1982-D Small Date cent. The other two images are large-date cents. Note the top of the “2” appears shorter than the top of the “8.” That’s what make those two Large Date pennies. Please refer to this handy image for visual distinctions between the two: https://www.usacoinbook.com/us-coins/1982-large-date-vs-small-date-lincoln-cent.jpg
I hope the photo is helpful!
Josh
Hi, Paul —
Where did this one sell? Would you please provide a few more details? What I see here is a 1982-D large date cent, but I don’t know from the photo alone if this is a copper or zinc cent or whether or not this is a mint variety/error. Is there a link to the place where you found this coin to sell for $1,600?
Thank you,
Josh
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Thank you, Paul —
The seller made it clear this “maybe [a] small date” but from what I see in this photo it is not. So if this coin does not check out as a small date, I don’t believe the buyer got a very good deal on this coin. I think eBay is a great place to buy and sell coins, and I’ve bought and sold coins there, too, but you have to be careful buying coins there, especially those that aren’t certified. Many coins are counterfeit, though I don’t think that’s the issue here. I’m more concerned the coin was offered as “maybe” being something rare, and if the coin was bought and it’s a 1982-D Large Date (which it appears to be) then someone not educated large date and small date varieties may have lost a ton of money. You’d be surprised how often this actually happens on eBay.
I’m glad you’re working to figure out the differences!
Best wishes,
Josh
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Hi, Dimary —
I can’t tell if these are copper or zinc without knowing their weights, but the two on the right appear to be small dates and the two on the left look like large dates — all from Philadelphia.
If they’re copper they’re worth 2 cents each. The zinc are worth face value in this condition.
Nice finds!
Josh
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I was wondering if you could give me some more info on these pennies. I think they are small dates, but I’mt not sure. I have already weighed them and they all come in at 3.11 grams.
Thanks,
Chenese
Hello, Chenese —
I’m afraid these are all large dates. Note the tops of the “9” and “8” in the dates are taller than the “1” and “2.”
On the bright side, they’re all copper cents, so each is worth about 2 cents for their metal content.
Best wishes,
Josh
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Please tell me this is a valuable 1982-D penny?
Hi, Amy —
An uncirculated 1982-D Large Date zinc cent is one of the common varieties, but nice uncirculated ones like this are worth more than face value. I typically see pieces like this one sell for 25 cents to as much as a dollar.
Nice find,
Josh
I have a 1982 d penny that weights 3.10g. Can someone please tell me what I have and is it possible for this penny to be the one that everyone wants to find.
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Hello, Matthew —
Based on what I see in the photo, you have a 1982-D Large Date copper cent (the “9” and the “8” stand taller than the “1” and “2.” These are worth about 2 cents for their copper value. Find a 1982-D copper small date, and you truly have struck it rich! Keep looking — and good luck!
Best wishes,
Josh
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Hello, Dimary —
You have a 2000-P Sacagawea dollar coin. This is from the first year these so-called “golden” (mainly a copper-based metal composition) dollars were made. They circulated somewhat widely for a time but fell out of use. Worn examples such as this one are worth face value — but they’re so scarcely seen in circulation these days they become somewhat of a novelty to find anymore in pocket change.
Best wishes!
Josh
So what Do u you suggest me keeping it or is not worth keeping. Thanks
Hi, Dimary —
As far as the coin’s value and rarity, it’s common and worth face value, therefore “safe” to spend. Some people keep these coins because they are not seen in circulation much any more — but they’re not worth keeping in terms of value. So I suggest keeping it only if you enjoy the coin.
Best wishes!
Josh
Thanks
Thanks but I was wondering should a keep it or is not worth keeping thank you
Whats the worth of a 1982 small date weight is 3.1 grams
Hi, Gary —
The 1982 copper small date penny is a common coin and, if it’s circulated, is worth about 2 cents for its metal value and 10+ cents if uncirculated.
Best wishes,
Josh
I am pretty positive I have found a 1982 D small date copper penny as well as a large date copper one. I have only been collecting coins for about a year and I am not sure what the best place is to take these 2 pennies to have them looked at and possibly verified. I have a coin scale and both weigh 3.11 grams and obvious differences in the size of the dates. Any advice would be appreciated.
Hi, Lucy —
Would you please post a photo of your 1982-D Small Date copper cent? I’d be glad to help you determine for sure what you have. Generally, a small date cent will show the tops of the four digits in the date all at the same height. On the large date, the tops of the “9” and “8” appear taller than the “1” and “2.”
I hope this helps,
Josh
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Hi, Lucy —
These both appear to be large dates…
Here’s a link to a photo of a 1982 small date cent: https://www.google.com/search?q=1982+small+date+penny&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjIkerbvfjXAhXKQyYKHYbJDZ4Q_AUICygC&biw=1239&bih=611#imgrc=kEg7EMxxLRpLMM:
Best wishes,
Josh
Not sure if those are clear enough or not
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Hi, Lucy —
I’m afraid that’s a 1982 large date cent. Here is a link with a photo of a 1982 small date penny: https://www.pcgscoinfacts.com/Coin/Detail/146020
Best wishes,
Josh
Hey Joshua, I have come across what I believe to be a mint technical error. As a novelty, do you think it would have any value? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c0faf4ae36f68b8410c39f5b51f4a17a080a57277e4d65cb9cf5c0803a5f5f9a.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/f363e439d27bd296f8a89b0def33783469b5dabf1643a555c7817764bc4047b7.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c3651c7b8a0a2f5223c9b758fc3135afa457e2832824c1e3b1da25a4b4377f3a.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/69cd3aa5de5ab672718f7e9a7f7b02ab35d587160eae720353d2d25209bc95c2.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c15b14fac517523031d69e0abcf610bc8a726ca0ce655867db6aeba2a7c24e6c.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/1a3e41083e3cf7b7d904eb4d6d9d98d98a63027b01bb857a1bf07ac94b2bb635.jpg
Hi, Hwy14 —
I’m afraid that crater is post-Mint damage. It’s still an odd-looking coin that I’d probably be hanging on to myself if I found it.
Thank you for reaching out,
Josh
Is this one of those rare penny’s, I see it has double rims clearly on front and back and thw re are splattered spots all over it https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/79b685ee84304b09ee9ce922fd92ecf9c3cfc4ceae80b005edf67ae4fc25bc0d.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/701b1a639db1528926f096b769e67cdcab3e7711c7c3755efcad35502ee6aa9e.jpg
HI, Tim —
You have a 1982-D Small Date zinc cent. The splatters are due to poor bonding between the coin’s zinc core and copper outer layer. It seems this coin has a minor die clash. It also appears uncirculated. It’s hard to say for certain what this coin is worth — it has a lot of minor, but interesting, things going on with it. I could imagine someone who specializes in Lincoln cent errors and anomalies might pay a dollar or two for it — maybe even more. There isn’t a “book value,” for something like this, which is why this piece could either sell for about what I said or potentially more or less. I’d definitely hang on to it and if you want to sell it, seek out a Lincoln cent collector or coin error/variety collector.
Really cool find!
Josh
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Hi, Ademar —
Both are 1982-D Large Date pennies, as the “9” and “8” stand taller than the “1” and “2.” If they’re copper, they’re worth 2 cents each for their metal value.
Best wishes,
Josh
hi joshua the 2 large date have some value i want to sell
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Hi, Ademar —
Most are large dates, and one is a small date (in this photo, the center right one). The copper ones are worth 2 cents each.
Best wishes,
Josh
the small date copper
have good value how sell this coin help me
Hi, Ademar —
Here’s more info on how to find a coin dealer and tips for working with one: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/coin_dealer/
Best wishes,
Josh
how to certificated this coin
Hi, Ademar —
Here’s more info on the major coin certification companies: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/slabbed_coins/
Good luck!
Josh
i have 1969s i dont know is double die or no https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/2c441953b47939411d1dc9aa11e91332c5a97499a375f1926c89932dfc3cc24a.jpg
Hi, Ademar —
I’m afraid this not a double die. Here’s more info on the value of 1969 pennies: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/1969-penny-value/
Best wishes,
Josh
1982 small date copper have value
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Hello, Ademar —
I’m afraid the rare one is the 1982-D Small Date copper, not the Philadelphia version (no mintmark). This one is still worth double its face value due to its copper metal content.
Still a nice find!
Josh
I have this coin, I weighed them,I have three,and it was 3.2. I don’t know what my next step would be .1982 small date copper penny
Hi, Kimberly —
I would need to please see a photo of your coin to help you determine whether you have a large date or small date. If you don’t mind posting a photo of it here, I’ll be happy to help further.
Thank you,
Josh
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Hi, Kimberly —
This image is a tad blurry to tell, but it appears these are all large dates — the “9” and “8” stand taller than the “1” and “2.”
If this is so on all and they’re copper, each is worth 2 cents for its metal value.
Best wishes,
Josh
Hey real excited I’ve come across a 1958 no mint mark and its got a obvious doubling…when checked my Redbook it says there’s only two known and there’s no price tag b because it was handled through a closed private auction what are the chances that I have a 1958 double die obverse on the real what do you think it be worth I got an appointment to meet with fellow later on today I can’t wait to show you the pictures if you could try to give me the inside of what I might be looking for on a doubling for a 1958 double die obverse there’s no pics in the red nor does the red book having a description for this coin thank you
Hello, Olivia —
Wow, I hope you’ve got the Real McCoy there. I’ll be looking for photos when you can get a chance to post them.
In the meantime, you’ll find these links helpful:
*What you need to know about the 1958 doubled die penny: https://www.pcgs.com/News/1958-doubled-die-lincoln-cent/
*Photos of the 1958 doubled die penny: https://www.usacoinbook.com/us-coins/1958-doubled-die-obverse-lincoln-wheat-cent.jpg
Good luck!
Josh
Thank you!
You’re welcome!
-Josh
Joshua
Would you mind looking at this for me.? I believe it’s the double ear.
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Hi, Kimberly —
I’m afraid I can’t tell in this photo — it’s a little grainy. I’d be looking for signs of a double ear lobe. Would you please upload a clearer shot if possible? Thank you!
Hope to hear more from you on this,
Josh
This is little better. I think I sent you the wrong one earlier.
Hi, Kimberly —
Did you upload another photo with your previous comment? Because I’m afraid I don’t see a new photo here…
Hope to see the photo you’re trying to send me,
Josh
Yes, I did.
Hi, Kimberly —
It’s not showing up on my end, unfortunately. Would you kindly mind reloading it please?
Thank you!
Josh
Don’t laugh at me, I have been trying all day to send this https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/d92665a7c2c76b173dd56e3c8781984893b330294964e6e1c8b037b97c09e7e0.jpg
Hi, Kimberly!
No laughing here… It’s SO frustrating when a stubborn photo just won’t load!
This is a great photo, but unfortunately I don’t see any signs of the doubled ear (the lower half of his ear, including the lobe, is prominent behind — left of — the “primary” ear).
Still, a nice-looking zinc penny for its age.
Best wishes,
Josh
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I have a 1982D penny, the weight is 3.11 and I am sure it is a small date coin. If I send a picture can you help me.
Hello, Beverly!
Yes, I’d be glad to help you. Could you please post a photo of the coin here in the comments section?
Thank you!
Josh
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The first one is a different 1982 that weighs 3.9. The other 1982 is pictured with scales
Thanks Beverly
Anxiously waiting…lol
what do you do if you think you may have a 1982 D small date copper penny
Good day, Teresa —
I’m afraid this is a 1982-D Large Date cent. If it checks out as copper (3.11 grams, more or less), it’s still worth about 2 cents, or twice its face value, for its copper value.
Best wishes,
Josh
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Hello, Jennifer –
This is a 1982-D Large Date penny, as identified by the taller “9” and “8.” I wish you luck in finding the small date, in which the tops of the numerals are all aligned.
Best wishes,
Josh
Hey Joshua, I got several 1982 & 1982-D pennies. Here’s a pic. Can you tell me if I’ve got what we all are looking for? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/a5430d1ffb14b684d1db3f1bf2e18d80b68cfc3f0c06c65bcab07804bc189d5b.jpg
Hey, SouthTampa Tom!
ALL are large dates (common) EXCEPT for two: The 1982 cent second from the right in the second row down an the middle cent in the last row down.
The 1982-D small date small date in the last row would have to be made from the 95% copper composition (weighing about 3.11 grams) for it to be the rare one, but it looks like you have the zinc one based on color and oxidation — do check that one to be sure though!
Any of the coins here made from copper are worth keeping because their value is closer to 2 cents each for their metal content.
Good luck,
Josh
Thanks Joshua.
I’ve been throwing my pennies in a container for many years and I’ve got about a “gallon’ . I found these after going thru about a ‘pint’. I ordered a scale online today and hope I find some more.
Merry Christmas.
I wish you the best with your finds, Tom! There really are some cool and valuable coins to find in pocket change, rolls, and other forms of circulation if you know what to look for. Here are some more pennies to keep an eye on: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/valuable-pennies/
Please let us know if you find anything interesting! Until then, Merry Christmas, too!
Cheers,
Josh
Josh, please see below the weights of some of my 1982-D pennies. Anything good? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6355357801455b84ce540e5b4025005cf9f278728266c0c68e3c5d4a0a2ef861.jpg
Hi, Tom —
The middle one is interesting… It weighs 2.8 grams? That’s a little higher than the tolerance for the zinc piece but not quite enough for the lower end of a bronze one. It is also a 1982-D Small Date (the others are Large Dates). The middle one does present discoloration consistent with a zinc composition.
If it’s zinc, I’d say the only one worth more than face value is the rightmost one for its copper value. If you’ve got some money to spend on such things, you could always get the middle one certified to see if it’s some type of off-metal variety, but it’s doubtful. It looks like a zinc piece to me. Perhaps you could weigh it on a different scale and see if it comes back with the same 2.8-gram reading?
Happy New Year!
Josh
Thanks. I weighed each one about 6 times, but on the same scale that I jut bought. Always the same.
Wow, Tom… In this case, it might be worth having it evaluated in-hand by a third-party coin certification company to see if it might be an off-metal planchet. I still am not sure why it would register 2.8 grams, which is nowhere near either the zinc- or copper-based planchet tolerances.
Happy New Year!
Josh
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Hello, Vic —
Here’s more info on what your coins are worth:
*43 Pennies Worth Saving: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/valuable-pennies/
*1944: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/1944-penny-value/
*1959: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/1959-penny-value/
*1969: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/1969-penny-value/
*1983: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/1983-penny-value/
*1984: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/1984-penny-value/
By the way, the 1982- you pictured IS a small date, but you’ll have to weigh it to see if it is a copper one worth the big bucks!
Best wishes,
Josh
I have a question. Did u view the sale of the rare zinc 1982 small date penny?
Hi, Vic —
Did you mean the rare 1982-D copper small date cent? I did not see that auction first-hand, no… I would have loved to have been there, though!
Best wishes,
Josh
I have a mason jar full of 1982 copper penny and yes I have a scare and weighed the coins to make sure they are copper not zinc. One thing I would like to pursue is finding a D-small date with all the coins I have.
Good luck, Brenda! People have already newly discovered rare coins in their pocket change jars. Maybe you’ll be the next!
Cheers!
Josh
I have a1982 copper small date 3.5 grams. Not a scratch on it. Beautiful coin. Where would I go to sell it? Also a gorgeous 1959
You should have them graded first to make sure u get what you really want it of it. I myself have 3 82 d sd and some other good finds. I just found 3 1964 dd with the mint mark not only dd but on the reverse side by the right hand side bottom of the house i will put pics up in a little while https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/16d26573afe9a8f14ef056a2aab43850a9d8d71a3982d44548c368a6e37370f1.jpg
Nice find, Vic!
-Josh
Thanks bro i have found like 20 1982 small date and large date pennies but only one small of each I’m sure. But check this out i found these 1964 dd with visible doubling but 2 of which have what I’m about to show u. It had the repunchment mark on the reverse side. Just found out that only one had been found and sold in aug 2014 for $4,015 i will send u better pics later on https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/16d26573afe9a8f14ef056a2aab43850a9d8d71a3982d44548c368a6e37370f1.jpg. I’m just to busy i found 8 1970 (no S ) mint mark and 5: 1992 d close AM. Once I’m sure I will take pics and see what u think ok
Hey, Vic!
While the photo is a tad fuzzy on my end, I’m hoping this checks out. Yes, you said it well — the tiniest evidence of a doubled die, a die crack, or anything else can make an otherwise ordinary coin worth many times more. I’ll be happy to take a look at the pics and see if I can help shed any light on what you have.
Cheers,
Josh
And i just googled the facts about the 1982d sd and read that the rare zinc small date sold for $15,000 https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/61cc08ddeae934eb96db3a8a554fc20e15a578011f8bd0ba9032952ef0a25505.jpg
Hey, Vic —
Where are you finding the info on the “rare” 1982-D Small Date zinc cent? While there is a very rare 1982-D Small Date copper cent, which we write about here at The Fun Times Guide.com and others have mentioned to from auction listings, the 1982-D Small Date zinc cent is actually the common variety. Is there something else you’ve found about the 1982-D zinc small date that make some of them rare?
Thank you for any info you can provide,
Josh
Thanks so much Vic, this site is so much nicer than the other one. Those guys talk to people like they’re idiots when they’re just trying to learn
Hey i learned by watching videos online studying the coins I’m looking for it helps if you have a good magnifier cause the slightest double dye, crack or mistake can make a regular coin worth a lot of money and sometimes u find that one coin that makes all the hard work and dedication worth while. It’s way better to follow these steps. Get your coin graded then if let’s say prime example u find the million dollar coin don’t just try to sell it to anyone u just met on YouTube for peanuts because u might bring down the value in a failed attempt cause 9times out of 10 they’re trying to rob u at him point and u might think because I their pics they’re wearing Armani that’s what a real gangster looks like. Telling u because it almost happened to me but I’m not a push over I always came prepared bit not no more. It’s Better setting up a big auction with a well known auction house that deal in coins and gems and stuff like Stack & bowers they will contact all the top bidders in the game and u go online and put the wordout on all the sites. Cause the last thing u want is someone with a lot of money buying all the publicity so they could out bid the regular buyers looking to score a rare coin for cheap. I’m only telling u because it happens not all the time but there are those movie moments
Hello, Carla!
Really appreciate your kind feedback! At The Fun Times Guide, there’s no such thing as a “dumb question” — we’re all here to learn together and become better, more educated coin collectors!
Cheers,
Josh @ TheFunTimesGuide
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Hi, Carla —
I’m afraid this is not a small date but rather a large date — note how the “9” and “8” look taller than the “1” and “2.” If it’s copper, it’s still worth about 2 cents for its metal value.
Best wishes,
Josh
A 1982-D copper that weighs 3.5 grams? That’s about .4 grams more than is standard and leaves me wondering if it may have been struck on a foreign planchet of some sort. May I see a photo of this coin?
If you’re interested in selling it, you might try looking on the list of coin dealers who belong to the Professional Numismatic Guild (PNG): https://png.memberclicks.net/find-a-png-dealer
Here’s more info on looking for a good coin dealer: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/coin_dealer/
Please post a photo of the 1982 copper cent if you can so I can try to further advise!
Best wishes,
Josh
Joshua, how do I upload the photos on here it weigh 3.1 the scale hasn’t been calibrated right.
Hi, Carla —
Hmm… Is the photo a JPG (JPEG) or PNG? As long as it’s a JPG or PNG file and is generally under 2 MB in data size, it should be able to upload. Don’t forget to click the little rectangular button near the bottom of the comment box to upload! Please let me know if you need any more assistance in uploading your file…
Best wishes,
Josh
Hi Joshua take a look at this coins two on the left are zinc the one the right is copper https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/9f643c7b5d098afc35ec69c260bcb46671ebdf89179be7e5420d4222f41cade7.jpg
Hello, Jorge!
Yes, the two on the left are definitely zinc small dates. The one on the right is hard to tell with a bit of fuzz on my end, but it looks like it, too, is a small date. While the rare one is the 1982-D copper small date, these are still nice finds!
Cheers,
Josh
Thanks Joshua I have more really good ones I will send you picbhtures from then later and you u you the one on the right for the copper one https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/70e22f194c83aa36458a01a84ffec37b0e4970d00b5b11ad42167e837118f519.jpg
Hi, Jorge —
NICE! This is a 1982 small date — it would have to be weighing in at around 3.11 grams to confirm whether it is copper. The 1982-D small date copper is the rare one!
Good luck,
Josh
Thanks and regards
You’re welcome, Jorge!
Best wishes,
Josh
I’m trying to find out how to post it
Hello, Ni’Chelle!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback and for reaching out. These are all large dates, and the way I can tell they’re large dates is the tops of the “9” and “8” stand taller than the “1” and “2.” On the small date, the tops of all four numerals all roughly lay on the same plane. If these are copper, they’re still worth about 2 cents each for their copper value.
Nice finds!
Josh
Hi Josh,
I have two 1982 -D copper pennies. I found the a few days ago. And I would appreciate you help identifying the date size. I believe one is large date and the other is small. I’m hoping I’m right . I really enjoyed your article.thank you for all the great info. I tried to up load the pictures. But keep getting an error. Is there another way or place I can up load them to?
Hi, Rachel —
Hmm… all photos will need to be submitted through the comments forum here, but what I wonder is if you took screenshots of your 1982-D penny photos, cropped them to the size of the coin in the photo, save those, and then try submitting the images. Usually screenshots aren’t very large data wise an can be uploaded relatively easily. I hope that helps!
Thank you for reaching out,
Josh
Ill try that. Thank you
You’re welcome, Rachel!
-Josh
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Hi, Rachel —
These are all 1982-D Large Date cents — the “9” and “8” exceed the heights of the “1” and “2” in the dates of each coin.
Best wishes,
Josh
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Hi, Rahcel —
I’m not sure what’s up with that groove on the edge of this 1982-D Large Date cent… Hmm… Maybe a variety expert at CONECA might know more. Heres’s their info: https://varietyvista.com/
-Josh
Hi All, I have a 95% copper 1982D but not sure if large or small date…what do you think? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/4d068d6ec1c65605b6ca977c2eb9e6e61075e8c512859e14c3015b0a48177cdb.jpg
Hi, William —
This is a 1982-D Large Date, as the “9” and “8” exceed the height of the “1” and “2.”
Best wishes,
Josh
i was wondering if this is a small date it weighs 3.2g https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/adf8ac03e6205c381cdb1cb1e1af522579eea9e3f69f5c7629301adae113534d.jpg
Hello, Emmanuel —
This is a 1982-D Large Date — note how the “9” and “8” exceed the height of the “1” and “2.” It’s still worth 2 cents as a copper cent.
Best wishes,
Josh
Good Evening & happy New Year!! What do you think about this coin…. thank you for taking a look at these. I have a few more but I’ll just make separate posts for each one
Once again thank you.
Matthew
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Hi, Murland….
Hmm… 2.3 grams? That’s a bit low. If the reading is correct, it might be worth sending in for an in-hand evaluation.
I also seem to see minor doubling on the obverse; I think it’s machine doubling.
If you’re interested in getting this coin inspected by a third-party coin grading company, here’s an article with a list of the major graders: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/slabbed_coins/
Best wishes,
Josh
Looks like a 1945 S. ??? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/3735227f6b449fc5f1310c567df731f145aa21caa5771effd1de95b755c1e53c.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/5e5981313d88a44383ed8df695077064c2d02a81d86286f2ae0a141463d34444.jpg
Hi, Murland —
Yes, it’s a 1945-S with porous surfaces probably caused by being dipped in acid or another caustic agent. It’s worth its copper value, or about 2 cents.
Best wishes,
Josh
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HI, Murland —
This looks like a normal 1948 nickel from what I see — it’s worth 7 to 10 cents in this grade.
Best,
Josh
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Hi, Murland —
I think at 3.32 grams, this piece is quite a bit heavier than normal and might be worth having evaluated in-hand for more info on why that might be.
Good luck,
Josh
I have just found the 2nd 1983D copper Penny… It’s 3.11 grams And has the small date.
I hope so, Rhonda! Please post pictures of the coin — on a scale, too, if you can. This is exciting…
Best wishes,
Josh
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Does this look like a large or small date?
Hi, Teju —
This is a 1982 large date — the “9” and “8” exceed the height of the “1” and “2.”
Best wishes,
Josh
Thank you John. It is a copper one, as it has the weight, I will keep checking my change.
Thanks again,
Teju
i have this penny actually i have 2 1982 plain small date pennies that weigh 3.1 grams and i have a 1982 d that weighs 3.1..I had a dream that several people that didn’t know were trying to buy a penny from and the dream was very vivid .So i got up that morning and started going thru my penny jug the time i started was 4:45 am and it was 10:00 am when i found them.
Hi, Mark —
Cool finds, and what a fun-sounding dream! While the rare 1982 penny is the one that also has a “D” mintmark from Denver AND weighs 3.1 grams, any and all copper pennies are becoming scarce as more and more people pull them from circulation!
Best wishes,
Josh
I have a 1982 copper penny I checked the weight and everything. What do I do with it now.? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/d001c0ff36d18fccadbe00eda86d56aee8da080e794215192dea1efd2663ccc0.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/32549cb671ddc8484a03e9c0c0dbe5c84717cb35ef4020e9bc62ab53740a2729.jpg
Hello, Samantha —
While this is indeed a 1982-D copper cent, it’s unfortunately a common large date and not the small date. I can tell this because the “9” and “8” in the date stand taller than the “1” and “2.” It’s not totally bad news… The coin’s valuable copper content means it’s worth about 2 cents instead of just 1 cent.
Best wishes, and please don’t hesitate to reach out in the future with more coin questions!
Cheers,
Josh
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Hi, Louis —
These are both 1982-D copper large dates, which are common and worth about 2 cents each. The 1982-D copper small date, on the other hand, are extremely rare and worth about $15,000 apiece. On a small date, the tops of the “9” and “8” are the same height as the “1” and “2.” On these coins pictured above, the “9” and “8” exceed the height of the “1” and “2.”
Good luck!
Josh
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Hello,
I have this 1982 D Penny that weights 3.10 grams.
Could you please tell me your thoughts about the date?
Thank you very much!
Guillaume
Hello, Guillaume
This is a 1982-D Large Date, which I can tell because the “9” and “8” extend higher than the “1” and “2.” Therefore this is one of the common 1982-D cents, but as it’s copper it’s worth about two cents.
Thank you for reaching out!
Josh
Weighs in at 3.1 grams. Is this a winner Winner Chicken Dinner
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Hi, Chris —
I laid a ruler across the tops of the “1” and “2” on this second image the “9” and “8” are being cut off. Unfortunately, this is a large date.
Keep looking!
Josh
I wish I could say “winner, winner,” but this is actually a 1982-D Large Date… Note the “9” and “8” extend in height above the “1” and “2.” This piece is worth about 2 cents for its metal content.
Keep on searching!
-Josh
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check out the second one. and when I use a piece of thread for reference all the tops match up on both coins.
I am buying a gram scale! I appreciate your insight! Out of curiosity have you heard of a 1982 small date no mint Mark with a off center face side? The back is aligned perfect but the front has a thicker rim on one side and Lincoln is very hard to see on the back
Hmm, Ryan… There are many kinds of off-center errors. I’d be glad to look and see if you don’t mind sending a photo of this piece.
Thanks!
Josh
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Ok here is the pick, I also see some double stamping possibly on the letters, numbers and rim. I have went through all my change and found this nickel with a messed up 9 that looks like an eight. This one I found in a wall of a house, the penny came from the wall as well from a 1980s home. For me it’s not uncommon to find a coin in the wall or corners of a house as a time capsule. I found a 1944 penny recently in a kitchen wall and as it turns out the kitchen was remodeled in that year! Let me know what you think and thanks for your help!
Hello, Ryan —
Yes, I do see some possible doubling on the 1939 Jefferson nickel, but what also stands out is a possible die break or die chip in the first “9” of the date. This one is probably worth sending in to a variety expert for a second opinion. Maybe send a photo or two in to variety expert John Wexler: https://doubleddie.com
There is some rim finning on the 1982 copper large date obverse. This is more common, but I still hold these aside. This one’s probably worth about 5 to 10 cents.
Best of luck,
Josh
Thanks! Good info , I’ll keep in touch. Thanks again
wow! i have that 1982 small date copper penny that weighs 3.1 gram. who should i contact?
Hi, Jennifer —
Would you please submit a couple photos of your 1982 cent so I can verify that it’s the rare variety and then follow up with what you should do next?
Thank you!
-Josh
yes,i can submit a few pics
Is it the Denver one? I have (2) copper 1982 D pennies. They are both different but the 2 does not have the very swan like appearance, however the lines on the printing are thin and the mint marks line up differently under the date? Maybe I have another 1 of a kind hunh?Wish I could send enlarged photo!
Hi,
Yes, there have been some reports of seeming inconsistencies in the shape of the “2.” However, at this point only the definite 1982-D bronze small date — in which the tops of the numbers are all at the same plane — has been identified as rare.
I hope to see a photo when you get the chance!
Thank you,
Josh
Hello, really curious to know what the markings are on this coin? Have had it for many many years. Thanks in advance. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8bd47e50a5bffcbe20c21fc84a87e083f64de1f326e97546881aaa1dbb19c965.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/134b54bff58936e0745c67623858ee4e6cc8aced915ba4c4dc276d2981dab561.jpg
Hi, Maple —
Those are post-Mint counterstamps put there by someone outside of the Mint. While they’re considered alterations, some people collect such novelty coins. What the marking are, I can’t tell. They appear to be a church or government building, but which, I can’t tell.
This is a neat find, and one I suggest keeping.
Best wishes,
Josh
I have one what’s next https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/a0879022eb563cbe48ad7e043948e03a29ebac62cdd825d1291951acc5305f02.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/d7e9dc2b64ad8229473ad4f40d8e4d4dde1ff1f9333710596ff482a98b35718c.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/a5b20678e193a065c4d79fe93b2b5b74aae1139c3b36993bb4034b0d8d74fcdb.jpg
Hi, Shane —
What you have is a 1982-D Large Date copper cent — not the rare 1982-D Small Date. How can I tell? For starters, the “9” and “8” appear higher than the “1” and “2.” The shape of the “2” is also indicative of a Large Date “2.”
This piece is still worth about double its face value for its copper content, but unfortunately it is not a 1982-D Small Date copper cent.
Keep looking!
Josh
Why are thee two different? Especially the thin lettering, the mint mark alignment?
Hello,
I’m sorry, but I’m not sure what you’re referring to here. Is there a photo you were attaching to this comment with the coins in question? I look forward to helping more if possible.
Best wishes,
Josh
Trying to add photo. Thanks. They compare the two coins I have and you can see differences https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/71d33a0acb14527c3752cad434e9fefc1e16a375ea534ce248cc8d77daaa1edc.jpg .
Hopefully better picture. May have to rotate. I do not know how. LOL https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8ae26fd7d121b7fb4a30d7ccc9740877d094d4d75f8e49c088a2e5b1978e1f6a.jpg
Hmmm.
BOTH appear to be large dates based on the diagnostics. The coin on the left is a bit in the shadows; may I please see a clear photo of that piece by itself? I want to see something with the “2.”
Thank you,
Josh
The one on left is a large date for sure. The 8 extends well above the number 1. It was the lower one I was interested about. These coins are both different. That is hat confuses me. If you are positive the one on the right, (less shine) is not a small date because of the 2 then I thank you for your time. I keep looking at the one with the awesome patina and it appears to me the date does not 9 and 8 do not extend above the 1 but then I am only using 20X magnification. Thanks again…
No worries! Actually 20x magnification is very powerful even for looking at coins. You will still find the details you need without being overwhelmed by surface disfluencies if you use a 7-10x. Just my two cents’ anyway… By the way, I’m on a Facebook group of coin professionals and it looks like someone may have found another 1982-D small date copper cent — totally unmistakable that it’s a small date (all the tops of the numbers align). I’m telling you this to remind you that it’s totally possible to find this rare coin, it will just take some tenacity and LOTS of searching and luck. Don’t forget to pick through rolls!
Best wishes,
Josh
Do the 1982 d large date weigh the same as the small date 1983 d penny I’m asking cause I got about 10 1982 d penny’s that weigh 3 grams and a little bit over let me know if anybody got info on this
Hi, Lana —
There are two types of 1982-D large dates — the bronze (which weigh about 3.11 grams) and the zinc-based (2.5 grams). All 1983-D pennies SHOULD be zinc and weigh 2.5 grams, but there have been known reports of 1983 pennies made from bronze, weighing in at 3.11 grams.
Best wishes,
Josh
I have a 92d closed am https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/d14128743c67d4d534e75941a48f14a7bad1c17202365eb6487f1f5cb9e65013.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/467020f7f321cd46d107c0c162f015b6a49853153d20fcac689a6e6921b51fb9.jpg
Hi, Shane —
Would you please provide a really clear close up of the “AM” so I can further advise? Thank you!
Hope to help further,
Josh
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Hi, Shane —
Thank you for the additional images. What I’m looking to see is if the bottoms of the “A” and “M” appear to touch each other. I can’t seem to tell in this photograph… If you don’t mind providing an additional image really close up of the “A” and “M” I can further advise.
Thanks!
Josh
I’ve looked at the picture and magnified it here on my computer, and it looks like a wide am. I could be wrong. From my spreadsheet, I gather it would have been nice if this was a CloseAM.
i have a couple of 1982 pennies that weigh 3.08-3.14 what exactly do i need these dates are to tell?
Hi, Shane —
Those pennies are within the + or – 0.13-gram tolerance. If they are from Denver (D mintmark) AND have a small date (the tops of the numerals in the date must all be aligned) then you could very well have the 1982-D small date bronze. If you get that far, the next step is certification.
Good luck,
Josh
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Hi, Shane —
These are all 1982-D Large Dates; the rare variety is the 1982-D Small Date made from bronze. I can tell these are all large dates because the “9” and “8” exceed the height of the “1” and “2” in the date. Also, the shape of the “2” is telltale of the Large Date variety.
Assuming these are bronze, they’re still worth about 2 cents each for their copper content…
Best wishes,
Josh
Are both of these closed or open or one of each 1992 d https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6e089f4349ed1a8aceded26348e58afff74072aad6b32df61c2b6e772bf5ace2.jpg
Hi, Shane —
The left is definitely wide AM and the right appears Wide AM but I see a shadow on the left side of the “M” and can tell if it’s only a shadow or is actually part of the “M.”
Is it possible to get a clearer image of the right cent?
Thanks,
Josh
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Hi, Shane —
Thank you for the clearer image. This is definitely a Wide AM variety. On the Close AM, the bottoms of the “A” and “M” would be virtually touching.
Keep on searching!
Josh
They do appear to be touching
Upon zooming in I seem to see too much space between the “A” and “M” for this to be a Close variety, but by all means please feel free to get a second opinion. you might try John Wexler (https://doubleddie.com). For your sake, I do hope he tells you otherwise!
Fingers crossed,
Josh
Looks like the one on the left is a wide AM the one on the right is a close AM
Right one looks closed, left open.
This does appear to be the small date, now if it weighs 3.1 your a winner, if not and it weighs 2.5 grams, hold on to it a little longer
Correct!
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Small date on top, large on bottom!
Someone told me it needs to have a d after the date to be worth anything and it does weigh 3.1
Correct, Shane!!
https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/7d989b9a60cad1139a41525fb9677fec495cfdb0f3e2a1b8ace22edff027fd9a.jpg what are the odds that 2 different coins same year same mint gave the same wear pattern? Bottom of (states an o)
Hi, Shane —
Actually, it’s very likely two coins of the same year would show wear in the same fashion. This is in large part what coin grading theory is based on… That any two random coins with the same type of wear will look about the same In a certain given grade. There are also guides available that show what areas of a coin will wear first and next, and so on, given typical circulation handling. I don’t see anything unusual about either of these coins, including in the area of the “O.” But it is good that you’re aware of what appears to be anomalies on your coins. This is how you spot legitimate errors and varieties!
Best,
Josh
O ok see I didn’t know that and yes it’s difficult to see in the picture what I can see on the coins. Maybe once I get this digital magnifier set up on a stand and zeroed in my pictures will look a lot better.
No worries, Shane! Absolutely, so many times what one might see in just the right lighting in person will never translate into a photo, but the better the photo, the better those little things pop up.
He got back to me he doesn’t think it’s a mint, or die error O well but someone pointed this out to me what do you think about this?
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Hi, Shane —
This image is a bit fuzzy (but I know how hard it is to get good closeups like this with conventional unaided phone cameras). I think I see bumps across Lincoln’s forehead and maybe a die chip (?) under and to the right of the “E” in “WE”? Maybe a clearer image (if possible!) will help.
Best wishes,
Josh
Here is a digital pic now see if this one is better https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/026e1a95c134184699d1a15dab01df5f0bdf7843883c415d7250a9f781c1283e.jpg
Hi, Shane —
I’m trying to find the original thread for this photo (because on my end these are coming up as individual posts) — is this a zinc-era cent? I think from 1984? I believe this MAY be bubbling of the copper coating, which is applied to the coin’s zinc core. Bubbling was common during this era, but sometimes the bubbling became extremely pronounced. If that is what this is (and it would need to be confirmed in-hand for physical inspection) then this piece could be worth a tidy sum. I’ve seen some zinc-era bubbling errors take $25 or $50 or more.
Again, this would need to be checked out by a grader or error expert for confirmation, but that is what this looks like to me in this photo.
Cool find,
Josh
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https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/31e6063fac8dbbabab6930acc27d354836bebba4b4871bce5c05f11d81947b23.jpg I’ve found some dime that seem to be punched awkwardly is that unusual or is there some hive and take with dimes? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8eb2a111c23ea2eedbaa082c6a17098bd5d8bfcc9a80708833985da4d0b36c61.jpg
Hi, Shane —
Your Roosevelt dimes are a little off-center and are thus technically errors. But these are commonly found a few percent off-center and thus they would not have any particularly higher value in this case.
Best wishes,
Josh
Ive got a new one for you is this an outline of a 2 here?
I can see it with magnifying glass but with digital magnifier I can’t really see it
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Hi, Shane —
Not that I can see… I do see surface disruption here, but nothing defined as far as I can see.
Hmm…
-Josh
Ok this one just came out of a penny roll it’s got to be good right? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/d93ae1eca472325425485010c6b02d6ae8dbefec9fe45f40b06366945b5e9f73.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/9e67c4b92a8ee8f2cfa8517d8a64b862f042ae54a28b65ff1f0e311c66543980.jpg
Hi, Shane —
I’m afraid this is post-Mint damage… But still an eye-popping find nevertheless!
Best wishes,
Josh
Different subject is there anything about the 1983 d penny being stamped over an older penny? Cause I swear I can see another date under this one. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/e2259c071151bdacb05161080f9f8071296521a77dd41342e9234a7292e62937.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/de199d850bf5c50f1a19ad618cf284823171db817b2d109f7edafdf1b4a93e6c.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/bc43f0c9f12db6da0a83f801ef9fb59699b0959d5e926868a6f78205fa4a3f66.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6c755ab9b63762216c69df5a6d405254d32eb046b7d19f280cfb3d642110912e.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/79f87e5122e18382d190df7759d7e99600be767ba02080f0dc2af379b1782d46.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/e2259c071151bdacb05161080f9f8071296521a77dd41342e9234a7292e62937.jpg
Are these small date 1982 pennies? If so what are they worth? Thank You
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Hello, Jodi —
Yes, these are 1982 small date cents. If the 1982-D small date cents pictured weigh about 3.11 grams they would need to be authenticated to ensure they are the real deal and, if they are, could be worth $10,000 to $15,000 or more each. However, the zinc variety, which weighs about 2.5 grams is the common variety and is worth face value if worn. Copper 1982 small date cents from Philadelphia (no mintmark) are common and worth about 2 cents for their copper value.
Thanks for reaching out,
Josh
Thank you
hi,how do I get a coin certified?
Hello Artemis,
Here’s some info on coin certification companies you may find helpful: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/slabbed_coins/
Good luck,
Josh
I have 29 1982 Copper Large Date 3.1 grams
4 1982 Copper Small Date 3.1 grams
2 1982-D Copper
1 1982 Zinc 2.5 grams Small Date
1 1982 Zinc 2.5 grams Large Date
I am having trouble sending the photos
Is there an email I can send them too? I would like to find out where I can sell the 2 1982-D Copper
Hi, Randy —
All communications will need to be done here on The Fun Times Guide coin forum. Based on your list, the only coins that may be the potential 1982-D Small Date copper rarity are the two listed as “1982-D copper,” which aren’t designated as being either “Small Date” or “Large Date.”
Any of the other copper pieces you listed are worth about two cents for their copper value.
Best wishes,
Josh
Thank you Josh, those two coins are in fact small date, I am sure of it, I have been studying the 82s for a couple months now so as to not embarrass myself, and I have become quite good at identifying the Large Date and the small date, I have watched numerous videos on the 1982-D Copper Small Date and I am 99.9 percent sure of myself. Please tell me where I should go from here if I want to auction them. Thank You
Hi, Randy —
If you’re interested in auctioning off any coins, your first step should be to get the coins encapsulated by a reputable third-party company like PCGS, NGC, ANACS, or ICG. They will ensure the coins are authenticated and properly graded. Assuming the coins check out as 1982-D Small Date bronze cents, this can help raise the chance your coins will be accepted for consignment and receive a higher price.
Here’s info on grading firms: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/slabbed_coins/
And here’s info on selling your coins via auction or other methods: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/coins_for_sale/
Good luck!
Josh
Also, I can not figure out why it will not allow me to post the pics, I have no problem anywhere else
Hi, Randy —
The difficulty might have to do with the size of the photo. Generally, photos over 2MB won’t load correctly here…
I hope this helps solve the issue!
Josh
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It is a JPEG I share it everywhere, but here it wont allow me
Ok once you find a 1982 small date then what. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/5c97e6d6cc87cfa42087834e6953d5f8a5ae36504fb6778ac84c0b9f21cfda30.jpg
Hi, Shane —
It’s important to remember that it’s not all 1982 small dates that are rare, but only the 1982-D small date in bronze composition. If you happen to find a 1982-D bronze small date, the best thing to do is to get the coin authenticated and certified by a major third-party company like PCGS, NGC, ICG, or ANACS. Here’s more info on certifying coins: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/slabbed_coins/
Good luck, sir!
Josh
I have this penny it looks like a D on top of an S https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/b9bf09fb6988f5d1d9ae862c54b5072874fd09006cd724f0eb46f7d694b54146.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/5849fc05b7c8a15608880c3c90187f719603fb91d68e4a57ac030514cd87409b.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/07ac7e80af6fb8ac48a1cf8576aa8ea0cc2a896cb3abb0080627240f73606746.jpg
Hi, Shane —
Now this is really interesting… My first thought was that it’s a 1984-S proof that was broken out of its package and was spent as money in circulation. But I do see that weird mark around the mintmark. I don’t know from the photos alone if that is post-Mint damage or an error of some kind, but I think this piece might be worth sending into a variety expert for identification and possible attribution. I’m thinking the best person for this one is John Wexler at doubleddie.com . It might be a report niches mintmark but I’m not positive…
Really cool find!
Josh
Thank you I’ll look into that thanks again
Hi, Shane —
Now this is really interesting… My first thought was that it’s a 1984-S proof that was broken out of its package and was spent as money in circulation. But I do see that weird mark around the mintmark. I don’t know from the photos alone if that is post-Mint damage or an error of some kind, but I think this piece might be worth sending into a variety expert for identification and possible attribution. I’m thinking the best person for this one is John Wexler at doubleddie.com . It might be a report niches mintmark but I’m not positive…
Really cool find!
Josh
I have an absolutely new one for you came out of a brand new
roll just tonight. What do you think. And I haven’t given up on the 82 d small date I’ve collected a couple hundred 82s https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8f574535d909548fc36631dba560e916c27fd78ead015e52342ea16e4cb1d5a0.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8f574535d909548fc36631dba560e916c27fd78ead015ei52342ea16e4cb1d5a0.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/1beb058dc296031c2fcd58ecc7fc4df536d7dadfe6c05e3e349292ca2243f34e.jpg
Hey, Shane —
This is super close up (which is awesome) but it’s just a tad blurry on my end (understandable because it’s pretty difficult to get a clear image at this range with typical cameras and mobile devices). I don’t see a description of what you saw so I’m a little unsure of exactly what I’m looking for here. Would you please describe a bit of what you see on your end with this coin?
Thanks!
Josh
I just opened a brand new uncirculated penny roll. Doesn’t this look like and emprint of his log cabin house and I really tried to give you good pics this time. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/0830a5bcb755b7d9e17b39faec78cdac2e8a458c2d0a2eab20c4d6c2e9235772.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/3231bf8a151268ff40962680b19cf323019f6131aee27d4ca9eee24ceba98e74.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/3a0e83a5a4f15959f916654504fd8f731f47ec9f35d5e7ee00557d1b610b908e.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/64654b337ea007a398611b6293fb4f85c65c6d5ae64c6d5a3f66f30bbe8eebbb.jpg
Interesting… That’s definitely a scratch (it goes into the surface) but a neat-looking one!
Best wishes,
Josh
Dear Sir,Greetings!
I have a 1982 coin, the pics are followed. Its weight is 3.6-3.7 gm. kindly help me to find out which type of this coin is?https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c8a4d0d4805a890e7ca5b1269e150ec0dbe3572e77e0eed0293ed31ca2a7232c.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/5242dd9c136c34ea3b429d2bcc10277e84275ec2c0bca9c75ce0d66afd62d87d.jpg g
Hello, Kashif Aziz —
Based on the info you provided and the photos, you have a copper 1982-D large date cent. These are common (it’s not the rare small date variety – I am sorry!) but is worth about double its face value due to the valuable copper content.
Nice coin,
Josh
Thank you for your kind reply, just need to understand on what basis you are recommending this i mean the weight is accurate ya i also doubting numeral order. could your please elaborate….
Me and my friend have a 1982 D small date penny that weighs 3.1 grams. Have we made a good find??
Hello, Austin Woo James —
I just saw the photos… While this is a beautiful 1982-D copper cent that appears to be in uncirculated condition, it is a large date – the “8” and “9” are taller than the “1” and “2.” Only the 1982-D small date, on which the tops of the date numerals are the same height, is rare.
Your coin, however, is worth st least 2 cents for its copper value and if it’s indeed uncirculated perhaps 10 or 20 cents.
Best wishes,
Josh
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Hello, Allen —
I’m afraid this is a 1982-D large date cent, not the rare small date. On the small date, the tops of the numerals are all aligned, whereas here the “9” and “8” are taller than the “1” and “2.”
Best wishes,
Josh
Hi Joshua, I loved your site. I just read the article about the 1982-D copper, and I have a few of those. I have a couple candidates for a small date. Please take a look and tell what you thins https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/72f63fffbd8780d9a285af1d90f0a45e9d65417638107292e7f5360b0048dc41.jpg
Hello, Richard!
We really appreciate your most kind feedback. I just triple-checked your 1982 cents, and while they’re all in relatively nice condition, all are large dates — the “9” and “8” exceed the height of the “1” and “2.”
Keep looking – and don’t give up!
-Josh
Thanks for looking, guess I’ll have to cancel the order for a new car, unless you agree that I have something in this batch, I looked into 3-6, 3-8, 4-5, and 6-7.. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/2c828ced5cfb3cb615522f6f38cf290f1a94e28525f3433234dabc975c11e85e.jpg
Hello, Richard –
I’m afraid you’ll want to postpone those new car plans for today anyway… Only 3 of the coins in this photo are 1982 small dates, and they’re Philly coins, so not the 1982-D small date from Denver.
Keep on searching!
Josh
Thanks again, Josh, but I posted the wrong picture. Now I’m 90% sure that I have the 1982-D copper small date. I learned that you can tell easily but the bellis of the 2. Please check the first on https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6c732b778f62cc73a8c861aa31b8b45d82699cee5041ff7b837431716ea6f244.jpg row 3
Yes, Richard! You have a 1982-D small date in this photo — third row down, left-most coin. NOW… It HAS to be made of bronze — which means it needs to weigh around 3.11 grams — to be the rare coin. If it’s zinc (2.5 grams), it’s a normal piece.
Really hoping this is a bronze 1982-D small date. If one person has already found one, no reason you can’t be the second.
Best of luck,
Josh
I have 2 of the 1982D pennies not sure if they are the large or small I’ve had one coin collector tell me it’s the small date where do I send or take the coins
Hey, Douglas –
I’m afraid I don’t see the photos of the 1982-D Lincoln cents as mentioned in your other post. Would you please try to upload them again (ensure the file is a JPEG or PNG less than 2 MB in size).
I hope to help you with these coins further!
Josh
Hi Joshua I dont know if im on the right page or where im supposed to go but i have a 1982 d penny weighs 3.11 grams and need help?
Hi, Felicia —
I’ll be glad to assist further… Would you please post a clear photo or two of your 1982-D penny?
Best wishes,
Josh
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Hi, Felicia —
This is a large-date 1982-D cent, as evidenced by the “9” and “8” extending higher than the “1” and “2.” On the small date, the tops of the numbers align at the same invisible plane.
Thank you for reaching out,
Josh
I found this.1982 D penny and it weight is 3.11 Not sure if small date.
Hello, Grace —
Well so far you’re on the right track, but I’ll kindly need a clear image of the obverse (“head’s” side) of the coin to look at the date and confirm the variety.
Thanks,
Josh
I must of sent the photo to myself sorry .im new to all this. But here is a photo .hope its clear https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/9bfb1b1315ac6afa00467d4de77f25d182bea9c73877496525b197dc40d1e44f.jpg
Hi, Grace —
This is a 1982-D large date, which is the common variety of the 1982-D Lincoln cent. I can tell because the “9” and “8” are taller than the “1” and. “2” in the date; on the small date, the tops of all numerals lay on the same imaginary line.
I hope this info is helpful,
Josh
Thank you for responding to my ? I have this photo i took with my phone not sure if it will do. .thank you. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/49f20bcc9c9f368784196666a5e721fce2b82c90cf55f97b53969f2586d08b0c.jpg
Hey I found this penny it weight 3.1 https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/01cced3bbf2d03c1519658ca36ece9dd22514e5l2b469ac5f07f4e50ddc28953b.jpg
I also found a 1991 which the Last 1 is tiny and 2003 are worth anything
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Hey, Tania —
What year is the cent that weighs 3.1 grams?
The 1991 cent appears to have extreme weakness in the obverse strike and could have slight value as an oddity — some folks pay 50 cents to a buck or so for such pieces, others will pay no premium. It depends on if the buyer finds value in a weak strike — some do, because while common they are unusual.
The 2003 cent appears damaged in the photo and is worth face value.
Best,
Josh
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Hi, Tania —
This is a 1982-D large date (not rare small date) as evidenced by the “9” and “8” extending taller than the “1” and “2.” This piece is still worth about 2 cents for its copper value.
Best wishes,
Josh
I found a 1982 small date d penny omg where can i sell been looking for years
Hi, Anthony —
Would you please post a clear photo or two of both sides of your coin so I can further advise?
Thanks!
-Josh
Joshua is a1982d https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/01cced3bbf2d03c1519658ca36ece9dd22514e52b469ac5f07f4e50ddc28953b.jpg
Hi, Tania —
Unfortunately, this is a common 1982-D large date and not the rare 1982-D small date. On the small date, the tops of the date numerals would all meet on the same imaginary line, and here the tops of the “9” and “8” are taller than the “1” and “2.”
Best wishes,
Josh
Here are the pictures of the coins
Hi, I have been looking at all the pictures and trying to figure it out myself, I guess I will have you take a look at it. Is this a small date? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/4fec19269bded494e5c56958a39151d6e229c10ffb4314c0262775870b985096.png
Hi, Marsha!
No worries… The differences between a large date and small date are distinct but very minor. This is a 1982-D large date, and I can tell first because the “9” and “8” extend beyond the imaginary line spanning across the top of the “1” and “2,” the shape of the serif and line in the “2,” and overall width of the date numerals.
Keep on looking! You may find the next 1982-D small date…
Best,
Josh
What about 3,1 small date no mint Mark? I found one…
I’m sorry, Vladimir, but the 1982 Philadelphia (no mintmark) bronze cent is common; it’s worth about 2 cents for its copper content.
Keep looking!
-Josh
Thank you Josh. from 10000 peny that I have just one 1982 Philadelphia was 3,1 gram and small date…I will keep looking..
Good luck, Vladimir!
-Josh
Josh I have this coin how rare they’re ?
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Hello, Vladimir —
What I see here is a piece resembling the very rare 1893-S Morgan dollar, one of the most valuable and challenging of Morgan dollars to acquire. I, as would any coin professional, get concerned about seeing a coin this valuable, this rare, NOT certified by a major third-party coin grading company, such as Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) or Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). Authentic specimens are worth between $7,500 to $10,000 or more in higher circulated grades. But I can guarantee you’ll have a pretty hard time selling this if it’s not certified.
My best advice to you is send it to a certification company to get the coin “slabbed” and then you’ll be able to maximize how much you’ll get for this coin.
Here’s more information on the various coin certification companies: https://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/slabbed_coins/
Good luck!
Josh
Thanks Josh. I leave in Chicago area.
Can I find here to “slabbed ” coin?
Thank you for help.
Hello, Vladimir —
This link has a list of reputable dealers you can search for in Chicago/Illinois/Indiana: https://png.memberclicks.net/find-a-png-dealer
Best of luck,
Josh
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Hello, Vladimir Isac,
This may be doubling, but I’m not positive. You might want to submit these images to die variety expert John Wexler, who may be able to official attribute this. Here’s his website: htttp://www.doubleddie.com
Best wishes,
Josh
Hi Josh.I can’t bring Morgan dollar from my country now, to verify, but maybe after 2,3 mouth I will.
Now I found one Susan b dollar that is looking like this
Is this a small date? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/f33a44a56820ceabe9ab3b35f4373cf7afac45873b0e1ff1bc2081fbd91536e3.jpg
Hi, Mark —
This is a large date, and I can tell because the “9” and “8” exceed past the “1” and “2” in the date.
Best wishes,
Josh
How about this one? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/2f39fb0e8af7f27f666482205c7e76d1b8823bc2919475e716f8cade8de33fab.jpg
Mark, this is a 1982-D large date cent…
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Hi, Alex —
All of the 1982-D Lincoln cents featured in this series of images are large dates… But keep doing what you’re doing! Hopefully you find one!
Good luck,
Josh
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Firslt i want to thank you very much for the quick response. I just wanted to clarify the 1 coin i tgink could be a canidate The one posted on NGC when I look up the 1 trye penny on google is the first pic then the one I’m looking at…….. mine is much more worn rounded rim and all the 3.105…. but look at the 8 compared to the 9 then the straight alignment on top, How sharp they are even when worn down just thought I’d clairify thanks again 😉
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You’re most welcome, Alex! And when I in doubt on alignment, you can always check for other diagnostics, such as curvier “2” (on the small date) and also the smaller loop atop the “8.”
Have a great day,
Josh
Josh you are correct…. top hole on the 8 too small, no curve to to the 2. At least I know what to look for now thanks 😉
Exactly! Hopefully you’ll be able to put this knowledge to use soon on finding some more 1982-D small dates!
Cheers,
Josh
I hope I found one….. in better shape than pictured above I think. Checked my 1982’s on a scale last night not sure what to do with em though…. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8715c4cb10b732248aef8afb83ee3726d82fcbabbabad64e0df9721de58f5569.jpg
Hi, Alex —
This photo is a bit blurry and I can’t tell for sure but the date SEEMS shaped like a small date here. Please re-take a clearer photo of this coin and describe its weight in grams! I’ll be glad to assist further.
Thanks,
Josh
Posting another pic this was a zinc one
Who do I contact about a 1982 D small date penny? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8f50d938186ae2273fd5d07f20d42f5911f667823bfb8163e3213e80163a2bd1.jpg
Hi, Melissa —
I’m afraid both of these 1982-D Lincoln cents are large dates, which I can tell because the tops of the “9” and “8” in the date are taller than the “1” and “2.”
If copper, these are still worth about two cents apiece for their metal value.
Best wishes,
Josh
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just curious
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Hey, John —
I’m sorry, but if you look closer you’ll see gaps between the line and the tops of the “1” and “2.” This is a 1982-D large date, but keep looking!
Good luck,
Josh
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Hi, John —
These are both 1982-D large date cents… But keep looking!
Best wishes,
Josh
thank you Josh
i have 2 of them only difference is in the year. this one has the 9 and the 8 bigger than the 1 and the 2 can i get some help Joshua?
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Hi, John —
This is a 1982-D large date cent, which is a common variety. 1982-D small date cents, which show the tops of the numerals in the date along the same plane, are the rare ones.
Best wishes,
Josh
Hi,
Can anyone confirm that this is a 1982 small date copper? It weighed in at 3.097 grams.
I also wonder if the back shows any signs of double die?
Thanks for your help,
Caleb
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Hello, Gluetube —
Yes, this IS a 1982 bronze small date, but the rare one is a 1982-D small date — with the mintmark. You’re on the right track!
Good luck!
-Josh
Just curious on this one that I happened to have in my pocket post read of this article. It weighs in at 3.14g and has a nice “ting” when dropped on a hard surface. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/e90c22d6f9f8895371c4ab13cdab7bea90a1dd69c387b12620c97c6cf4fb5bd3.jpg
Hello, Alma —
While your 1982 cent is indeed bronze, it is a large date — not a rare small date. I can tell because the “9” and “8” exceed the height of the “1” and “2.” Your piece is still worth about 2 cents for its bronze content value.
Best wishes,
Josh
Oh come on! The major difference between the between the pennies is in the actual shape of the number ‘2’ itself that was used in the minting process. The valuable cent has a wide sweeping curve [as you move down the numeral to the left-to-right straight line that is the base of the drawn number], whereas the common one moves in a straight line before it joins the base – the base of this ‘common’ cent has a slight curve in it’s base NOT to be confused with the sweeping curve noted in the middle if the valuable small-date cent.
To the author of this post I say: Poorly written work, not up to your known abilities…
Hi, Alex —
I appreciate your feedback on this… Having worked with many collectors on showing them the differences between the two coins, the large date and small date, the most obvious thing they will look for, in my experience working with the skill level of newer collectors, is the size of the two middle date numerals in comparison to the outer. It’s also the most obvious diagnostic marker when a coin is being viewed by itself without another for comparison. While a newbie isn’t going to necessarily know how “curvy” a curved “2” should look, they can usually tell if the digits align — or don’t align — at the top of the numerals. The diagnostics you describe are indeed correct, but most of the folks reading this post aren’t as trained in comparing the shaping of the curves of the two “2” numerals versus the much more obvious size differences of the numerals themselves. Another diagnostic, of course, is the distance of the “2” from the rim, but again — relative to what? It would take a collector a longtime to train himself or herself in looking for the differences between the large dates and small dates.
I really appreciate you adding your information and keen insight to this conversation — thank you!
Cheers,
Josh
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newbie. The collection has coins, paper, and foreign currency. I’m
starting off slow with the pennies and came across a collection of
1982’s. There were several 1982-D’s but this one looks to me to be a
small date. What do you think? First picture is in sunlight, second picture is in shade. Don’t have a scale to measure the
weight but if it helps, this one seems to be thinner when I hold it up
next to a regular penny.
Hi, Dawn —
Both of these 1982-D cents are indeed small dates — great eye! I know you don’t have a scale but I think it’s worth buying a gram scale to see if what you have here is the rare bronze cent. Unfortunately both zinc-based and bronze 1982 cents are struck to the same thickness variances, so it’s hard to tell just based on the thickness of the coin itself.
I’ll be glad to assist further… Thank you for reaching out!
Best,
Josh
Thanks so much for your speedy reply, Josh! Yes, I indeed ordered a gram scale yesterday knowing I have so many coins to work my way through. In addition to the small date 1982-D, I have about 5 large dates and about 100+ other 1982’s. Not to mention the other blue booked and rolled pennies, nickles, dimes, quarters, half dollars, silver dollars and foreign and commemorative coins and paper money I need to sort through. I’m sure I will seek your expertise in the future and will definitely keep you posted on this particular penny. Thanks again, and have a great day!
My pleasure, Dawn! Please let us know what the scale reveals on the 1982 cents and if you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out.
Best wishes,
Josh
Well, my scale just came in the mail. Unfortunately, the weight is 2.5 grams so guess I’ll have to keep searching. Are any other 1982 cents worth anything great? Just wondering why this collector kept so many of the 1982’s.
Hi, Dawn —
There are always doubled dies, repunched mintmarks, off-center strikes, die breaks, and the other garden-variety errors and varieties that have been found on some 1982 cents. Maybe some of these things you’d already have seen by now on the coins you have if you’ve checked, though I’d look again for the more minute things like doubled dies, die breaks, and repunched mintmarks. Why the other collector saved 1982 cents? Who knows… Maybe they were looking fort the bronze D-mint, too? Or 1982 was a sentimental year?
Please let me know if I can help you any further!
Good luck,
Josh
I just found a 1982 small date penny, that weighs 3.1 grams. No mint mark. Could anyone tell me if I have a good Finn.
Hi, Will —
The 1982 cent will need to have both a small date AND a “D” mintmark from Denver…
But the good news is your bronze cent is worth at least two cents for its copper value!
Thank you for reaching out,
Josh
Josh, thanks for the info. But, does the small date have to have a D mint mark on it to be worth any value.?
Hi, Will —
Yes, the only scarce 1982 bronze variety is the small date from Denver with the “D” mintmark.
Good luck in finding it!
-Josh
I found a 1982 small date copper penny with the mint mark d condition is poor but it is a small date weights in at 3.14 grams
I found one yesterday at Walmart with the mint mark d
I found a 1982 small date copper penny with thr mint mark d condition is poor but it is a small date
Hi, Kenneth —
Would you please post a photo of this coin here so I can further help you identify it and provide you with an approximate value?
Thank you,
Josh
Here is a picture of the coin I looked at the date under a magnifying glass and everything looked in alignment like a small date my phone camera is not that good so please exeuse any blurry Ness or anything like that https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c0f68450a32be84d64c3a93e7faf04fe2358d533efce4fe4846723a194b3db47.jpg
Hello, Kenneth —
This is a 1982 large date, which I can tell because the “9” and “8” are taller than the “1” and “2” here. Keep looking, and good luck!
Cheers,
Josh
Hi bro !! See that nice coin nikel https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/fc3d46f2ed554f565e88e34c268c7c0682eaf5addd641a98f90256b1cf9fcc3d.jpg
Nice, Alex!
Looks like you’ve found one with very little wear, perhaps either About Uncirculated or thereabouts. Though this piece, like most of the regular-issue post-1959 nickels, is worth only face value if worn, it’s nevertheless hard to find one of this age with so little wear.
Cool find,
Josh
Hi bro! Check if you see something like double die in those cents or anything good https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/5db6348e218398a5c22315c5f0ba00ef59418c767cebdfb480d9a63e43cf498d.png https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/99a3d970de041cf6815278e70d5cf0f02eb06a0af6f81cb44568d2f5916dc6f7.png https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/d0436e62bc0b1ed4d710ddbb0be10d42e7ea40fc638d9ace0ee39e93f14d2f87.png https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/08360d88a94225cc390ce7c058da0715874409afbc5e51977ecd8d7cc8a72b5c.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/5adfc5e3ebaad6b10a071490b499e99f3493d948137ace24c7dbfa9c839f2521.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/767824a851f907eac3e25481865072219c11e726fd7bf0c95ba355903ebd227b.png
Hey, Alex!
Maybe some light machine doubling on these but no doubled dies. HOWEVER, I do see something on the 1919 Lincoln cent catching my attention. What’s that spot inside the loop of the second “9” of the date? Is that a raised area? Might be a die break or die chip but can’t tell for sure in this particular photo.
Hmmm…
-Josh
Hi bro! I think this is a nice date …?? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/d90264ddabb3266a111636264bbdba7fbd9bf912f1aea2af56b78d519903d8d1.jpg
Hey there, Alex!
Looks like I see something hanging off the tail of the “2.” This might be one of the doubled die variants. Here’s a list of the 1972 doubled dies — see how they compare to the ones you have based on the diagnostics elsewhere on your coin: https://doubleddie.com/384301.html
Good luck!
Josh
Hey bro! I found rare cent !!! Error https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8313d35d660d084abb8f79049d71849ef229c81ca0b0b10b93c7b8cc5269cff9.png https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/f0e18ac812f7ad492390c51e9e3a42d7ab8885bce8d4c8bc9d7b148cecc1ac9d.png https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/626533f572ac8eb7dfa44e0671879feedbf349647025665b73852566f4612e57.png
Wow, interesting, Alex! How big is it and how much does it weigh?
Is big like at quarter dollar but slim. The weigh I don’t know yet!!!
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Josh I have quarter dollar 1974 40% silver ,5.24 grams , I need help with this coin , nobody know about these error . ???
Hi, Alex —
A 40% silver quarter should weigh closer to 5.75 grams. Yours sounds too light to have been struck on a 40% silver planchet. May I please see a couple clear photos of your coin?
Thanks,
Josh
I have years with this coin and I was looking about , but I don’t get nothing… maybe is a rare error or very rare coin to find
I found theae after reading your article. They both weigh 3.1
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Hello, Kellie —
I just went through your photos and they show 1982-D large dates, which I can tell due to the shape of the “2” and also the size of the “9” and “8,” which both stand taller than the “1” and “2.” At least these are bronze cents, which means they’re worth about 2 cents each due to their copper value.
Keep looking!
-Josh
I know this isnt a 1982 but it looks funny around the rim. Please forgive my ignorance. But is this what an error looks like https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/bec826b9950646030188e1a4fbc4acc63df32f3c114ca6f620458914bdbea64c.jpg
Good day Kellie,
It looks like you may have a die break on your hands here. Very nice! These are a common type of error but are nonetheless noteworthy. I think your piece is probably worth at least $3 to $5 based on what I see in the photo.
Nice find!
-Josh
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The one on left weighs 3.1. It’s upside down though
Hi, Brandon —
These are both large dates. I can tell because the “9” and “8” are much taller than the “1” and “2.”
Keep looking!
-Josh
Hey Joshua, I’ve been informed by an “expert” that except for the large die-chip on the 9, this is a normal coin. What do you see here? Thanks https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/e244fad8751684e6e2ab65f44c1a3d9183cd61974ef0bb5880e6eb581574b465.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6c18719954664537e6b6c2f058561a83bc3527a5c3d43001db01e39dffb2bcc0.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/b762efeed787bcfb3185b944ddd62bad33987f3b82fcf5aefeee5e978f29ed3a.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/3cef5fae40859e76a4597c7b38533ae110fe55aa365db207e5358007d440c683.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/dd57ea0e4ba24177b73872392a6fa8c15437b476a2a5ba6af6a23a4ff10f47e2.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/778e5257ce58a93acbdf094f4d185bca5d6e44982c999f748339c44571cb8543.jpg
Hello, Hwy145 —
I see the die chip in the “9,” and the numbers and lettering look a little rough to me, though that isn’t unusual. I’m afraid I don’t see anything else in these photos. What do you see on this coin in-person? Something that maybe others aren’t catching in the photos?
Thank you,
Josh
Hi. This 1982 D penny weighs 3.1.. i think its a large date tho? Not the valuable small date.. right? Thank u! https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/f7259a0a5c10a8263681713b34285ea8a6a730031650c2cc3392af9e9ab37937.jpg
Hello, Lindsey!
Good eye — yes, this is a 1982-D large date. Among other diagnostics, the “9” and “8” extend above the “1” and “2.”
Good luck in finding a 1982-D bronze small date!
-Josh
Hi joshua! I have many rare coins , Lincoln cent 1982 double edge up!!! And Lincoln cent 1987 posible double die . And you can see the edge line on the liberty letter and double edge too. One dime 1975 no mark maybe proof??? And very rare dime 2000, nice color like bronze!!! See carefully bro!! Thanks! https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/627752e16779d6de920fc244297f288bcb007e0f0a59e31cca87ada904e432c4.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/2c9c84c5342fd021d3c721e5c757a704eeb07ca895ce57a44abb98bfeddde805.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/63d465c663a0ed85c0728addefb5c27ef96e13c574bf8c5648d3c43a4b892977.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/4992b901cbf997e42b02e55a3f6fe9cbcf1b989f8b232340a4196bd396785361.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/b0cdcb3d45789b0407d0737ecc6b634c5a42cb0ae39bb0f2a3dcfbf152d76ecf.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c34b4de68f0732a6e0f4992ad8279597c9386b9bdaf12a2685a28fa80fd78838.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/7a6553a252818cd14b925f50883bc6e550ef22b018be0a8aa741dff0cfbe891d.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/7a6553a252818cd14b925f50883bc6e550ef22b018be0a8aa741dff0cfbe891d.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/bd7039f7c39ff465f3f8c57049f95651d46fcd9cda55548673ce62a93e3639ee.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/7a6553a252818cd14b925f50883bc6e550ef22b018be0a8aa741dff0cfbe891d.jpg
Hey, Alex —
I’m afraid the 1975 Roosevelt dime is not a proof but rather a regular-issue piece from Philadelphia. The 1982 Lincoln cent is a Philadelphia large date with appears to be a rim finning — a common error not really worth much, if anything, over face value, but nonetheless one worth holding aside. The 1987 Lincoln cent does seem to have some rim problems. It looks to me like it may be post-mint damage, but I think I do see signs of a die break along the left side of the obverse. Very interesting… The 2000 Roosevelt dime is cool looking, but the bronze color is discoloration is caused by environmental damage. It may be due to exposure to sulfur fumes. It’s safe to spend as money or a pretty neat-looking coin to keep. Your call!
Cheers,
Josh
Can you tell me if this is a small date? I believe it is. Can you also tell me the approximate value. It is copper.
Hi, Amanda —
I’m afraid I don’t see a photo of this coin accompanying the comment so I’m not sure. Would you please kindly re-upload it here?
Thank you,
Josh
Im not able to upload the photo. Is there another way i can get it to you?
Hi, Amanda —
All of my correspondence will need to be done through the comments forum here. I’m just trying to think aloud… If the photo is a JPG or PNG file under less than 5 MB it should upload. It can also be a screenshot saved as a JPG. Just some thoughts that might help with the file.
Good luck! I hope I can help further…
-Josh
Hi Joshua! New found ! I have nice quarter dollar 1963 posible double die struck on silver . I don’t know the weight by the moment but the sound y really like silver coin…thank you …. ? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/fd96a7eee5ededf9fa87aa2fd475fbb41aa83ac779a81565e3f83c583c4929bf.png https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/e2e411ebdb1a50b265a392c3baeb0c88e9baadb9024346da342cc43e9e4c8c05.jpg
Hey, Alex!
Yes, this is a real 90% silver 1963 Washington quarter worth at least $3.50 or more in its silver value alone. At the resolution of this photo I can’t tell if it’s a double die, but it appears to be a coin in a higher circulated grade — maybe About Uncirculated. That’s worth at least $4.
Where do you see the doubling on this coin?
I hope I can help further with this one…
-Josh
1982 D Lincoln penny small date? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c21646787377a2f588d76be12de9a679a4838eabf744bc838450a63214d37c68.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/e53c74d951f2a2b5d992561f775d43933f31623cceaabac2b4c2ad4198b2f4f3.jpg
Hi, Alex —
I’m afraid it’s a common 1982-D bronze large date. I can tell because, among other diagnostics, the “9” and “8” stand taller than the “1” and “2.”
There is a bit of good news… At least your 1982-D penny is worth about two cents for its copper value!
Best wishes,
Josh
And these two? They both weigh 3.09 grams.
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Hi, Nicholas —
For some reason I’m getting an Error 404 with the photo links. But, remember: if these are two 1982 NO mintmark pennies you’re sending photos of then they are worth only copper value. The 1982 small date must include the “D” mintmark to be worth any major money.
If you’re trying to upload two photos of 1982-D Lincoln cents please reupload them and I’ll be happy to take a look!
Thank you for reaching out!
Josh
Wanted to know how rare is a 1964 d copper looking nickel with errors
Hi, Vic —
Would you please send clear photos of this coin so I can help further?
Thank you,
Josh
Yeah https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/aebb4a594d8018a5d978ebb0c904be7b24def74e84f2af4aab965adf26787635.jpg
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Hi, Vic —
I don’t seem to see any errors on this piece, it looks like a regular, circulated 1964-D Jefferson nickel. Unless there’s something I’m missing on this coin that you see on your end, it’s worth face value.
Best,
Josh
It’s like a black beauty coin is been mixed with copper somehow i googled it and they say that it’s rare https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/127031ebb258c2f569719b6e5dd263909d44896c97b1a47c540391385e06a846.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/bccb41c91554809170d1b63d2581364e1d20fe867fd35df7424c3311439a03de.jpg
Hi, Vic —
Who’s the “they” that say it’s rare? If you wouldn’t mind posting a link to that source so I can see I’d be glad to further explain the differences between the coin mentioned here and the piece here, which has post-mint environmental damage caused by exposure to chemicals, most likely sulfur. It also seems to have some degree of porosity, so it’s definitely not discolored due to a mint error. Yes, it’s a unique-looking coin, but I’m afraid it’s neither rare nor valuable.
Best wishes,
Josh
Hi, Vic —
Would you please send clear photos of this coin so I can help further?
Thank you,
Josh
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Hi, Nicholas —
Both of the coins pictured here are 1982-D small dates. To confirm, what does each weigh, down to at least the tenth of a gram?
Thank you,
Josh
3.09 grams Josh…I can’t believe it… Finally
Hi, Nicholas —
Your next step is to get the coin certified by a third-party coin-grading company. The best for this would be NGC, which recognizes and has certified two specimens of the 1982-D bronze cent. Here’s their info: https://www.ngccoin.com/
Please update me on what the results are and GOOD LUCK!
Cheers,
Josh
Hi bro!! Igor de very very nice 1968s Lincoln cent posible proof https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/eb60838a01e2bf1767861bf7849ae0a0b40d41431ec4b573a62190a21dbbc3ca.png https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/df25c425f27eea4bfc10242aca40f6fde451b12c45b24fa2bc587459750c95ad.png
Hey, Alex —
In 1968, the San Francisco (S) mint struck both proof and uncirculated pennies. This is an uncirculated strike that is worth about 15 to 20 cents.
Nice find!
Josh
Is this a small date. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/b19e1cacd60db0186eabfea5fb7247492aee4ffd3f581c98b0759f894e96ccd4.jpg
Hi, Mark Kenny —
This is a 1982-D large date penny, which I can tell because the “9” and “8” are taller than the “1” and “2” in the date.
Good luck finding the small date!
Josh
Hi Josh I have a 1982 small date copper penny.. where can I cash in lol it weighs exactly 3.11 and have several zinc ones also obviously worth a “penny” .. thanx https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/2d3b8fbd1ca600702c95b188350025d0f8fe725826252c5c8a2b64a50c964e6b.jpg
1982, the weight is correct for the rare, but
I’m not sure on the smallness of the
stamp. Not sure if the weight alone is proof enough, or if the date and composition
-combined, create the value. The 9 is too tall
Yea? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8f0bf195e67f66b208100af26eab448a9a063077bbbb8a2e550215342f027da6.jpg
Here’s a better pic https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/2f4c10286b8800f1acc462fd67e0ba60bc744ac634458c784e1c1399c595fdff.jpg
Hi, Eris —
Yes, this is a 1982-D small date, BUT the weight is unfortunately the scale indicates this coin weighs 2.41 grams, which is the correct weight for the very common zinc cent, not the rare bronze piece that weighs 3.11 grams. Oye veh, so sorry… But at least you’ve been able to correctly identify the small date, which will help you in seeking out the bronze rare date! I hope you find one!
Keep looking,
Josh
Hi Josh,
Does it look like to you that this 2018 penny have doubling on the nose, forehead, and doubling in the letters on both sides of the coin? I tried to compare to wexler and my eyes started hurting. LOL
Thank you in advance, https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/a7e9bb482fc4f5898b87bc4e7ff825b783dfcfa1a1b98b4a4b0ed96653d4d7ff.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/20e8a91e465b3f32d58b9a9cc574e68e1606a32b15c1047c876733f10054c5dc.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/a2a9f5d9c05aa418bf139535e776bc098bb6b170afb7c3698da5aeb1b8dff20c.jpg
Hi, Tee —
I do see some light doubling on this one… It looks like machine doubling, which is an effect of the minting process and not due to the die being doubled. A general rule of thumb is that if a coin has doubling on BOTH sides of the coin and the doubling appears light and slightly smeared the surface, then it is usually machine doubling. This piece would have little to no additional value above face but is nevertheless worthwhile holding aside as a neat example of machine doubling.
Best wishes,
Josh
Thank you Josh! I will keep obsessively hunting. This coin hunting triggers OCD…lol
Hi Josh,
I swear if one day you say one of my coins are worth over 10,000 dollars and I sell it, I will donate some funds to your blog because you are a great help. This is a 1978 Quarter. The first pic looks like a P embedded in the A in America. The second Pic looks like the R has a die break. The third pic looks like the wing has a rod going thru it. Thank you.
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You’re too kind, Tee! Thank you for your awesome comments. I do believe I see a minor die break here based on the photos. Not a $10k die break (maybe a couple dollars). But I’d hold it aside should it check out in an in-hand evaluation.
Keep searching, my friend!
-Josh
Help me out here I started collecting odd looking coins and i have got ahold of 2 1982
Ds that seem to be in moderate good shape are they the real deal? they weigh correctly https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/a4be730b1a1bbc6289b99ef68d205f49ff7f211107f3ecf924c1693f35d740af.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/b182102bbd57b8489e436bce0ec9715351317d39d3e4176826f8609e9005996c.jpg
Hi, Jake —
I’m afraid these are both large-date 1982 cents… The tops of the “9” and “8” on these coins exceed the height of the “1” and “2.” Do keep looking though… Many people from this forum have found scarce coins in circulation! Maybe you’ll be the next one!
Good luck,
Josh
I thought it was i used a plotter to see if the numbers lined up. How about this one I am about to go get it weighed now I thought it was a good one and i looked on the list about the 989-D Lincoln Cent
Struck on a 3.1 gram Copper Planchet
Pre-1983 Cent Planchet https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/050c0b7ed0cfed9925398ced2b444bd1f3dedec6913ead7399ea61f9e01b028c.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/0092ac90dd6b8d1c1def18974aad9d0173973f9e17a7822d92a9ff207b550644.jpg
Hi, Jake —
It looks like a zinc cent to me based on the surface details; you’ll need to weigh it to confirm though. Hopefully it comes in around 3.11 grams!
Best wishes,
Josh
https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/95796b3c41a72c74165d83e7e14be2b6a2cfabac0b0532a9ec5a59c864865d96.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/756c09cf91265d3f2c316219700e825d2a06c0578060d9104a1427d57439c573.jpg can you shed some light on this penny for me this is truly intriguing
Hi, Jake —
You have a regular 1979 penny that has been counterstamped with the mason symbol. While the coin did NOT leave the US Mint this way, this is one of the more common and collectible types of private counterstamps around. Masonic pennies are commonly given as gifts to masons, or those considering entry into the society. I’ve seen these trade for between $1 and $10 apiece, though older masonic pennies with vintage logos and stamps go for $20 or more sometime. This piece shows an older stamp. Based on what I’ve seen in my experience I’d think the value of this is closer to the $5 mark, though as with anything else value depends on how much someone is willing to pay for it.
Really cool find,
Josh
Hello I was just looking through some random pocket change and the 1982 date cought my eye for some reason and I looked it up and it led me to this forum It to me looks like a small date but would like some second opinions any help would be great thanks! Now https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/c96276bf0dc9f0c0e8e85bcf350e69e06f5babcf10d39f9a4861141c8aa18e52.jpg
Hi, Dustin!
YES, this IS a 1982-D small date. Now we need to figure out if the coin is made from copper or zinc. The best and surest way would be to weigh it. If the coin weighs about 2.5 grams, it’s a common zinc piece. However, it if it weighs closer to 3.11 grams, it’s made from bronze and if authentic is an extremely scarce off-metal transitional error!
Fingers crossed,
Josh
Thanks josh! I will definitely weigh it when I get home I will definitely keep you updated!
I did grab a scale and weight it but it don’t give me any decimal point but its showing 3. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/f146b6ca12241e8056502a2182e0be9c0a9e5f36a88e50661ee06d0257b503da.jpg
Hey, Dustin —
Hmm… You’ll definitely want to see if you can a scale that measures in hundredths if a gram because on a scale the measures only in whole grams, 2.5 rounds UP to 3, whereas 3.12 rounds DOWN to 3. I do hope it really does weigh 3-ish grams though!
Crossing fingers and toes,
Josh
Hi Josh,
I think i have 3 1982-D small date i just don’t know if it’s the real one or not. I tried the drop test and i can tell that the sound differ from the other 1982-D that i have. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/b6247336b93594177ee6e17a7cc88aaa8dffc96c781eb9597cc1a4215a84aef6.jpg
Hi, Jov —
I’d love to help but the photo is too dark to tell the shape and size of the dates of the three 1982 cents on the left. The cent on the right, by itself, appears to be a small date. The drop test is helpful but for determining whether you not a you have a 1982 copper cent of such rarity I suggest investing in a gram scale that measures to the hundredth of a gram to be certain… my two cents, anyway!
If you can kindly re-upload a brighter clear image of these coins I’ll be glad to help further…
Best,
Josh
Josh,
Thanks for the reply, i will try to take another picture later. I am trying to find a gram scale so that i can measure the weight. I’m crossing my fingers that this coins are the rare ones that you are telling. I appreciate your help! God bless you!
Jov
Good day Josh,
As you said the 1982 -D small date copper penny should weigh 3.11 gm. The 4 1982 pennies that i got, 2 pennies weighs 2 gms and the other 2 weighs 3 gms. I am not getting the weigh you mentioned. How was that? Anyways I’m taking another picture for those pennies and hope that it is clear enough for you to see the dates. First 2 coins are the ones weighing 2 gms and the second pictures of coins are the ones weighing 3 gms.
Thanks,
Jov
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Hi, Jov —
Again, you will need a gram scale that measures in increments of 1/100th a gram to accurately weigh your coins. However, if you’re getting rounded-down weights of 2 grams those pieces are almost certainly zinc. The ones that weigh 3 grams MAY be zinc or could be copper, based on rounding. Remember, as coins get worn then lose weight, and additionally there is a .13-gram tolerance (variance) in striking weight. This is why I urge you to make a small investment and buy the proper scale so you can more easily make these determinations! Believe me, you’ll thank yourself if you do – especially if you plan on looking for more pennies!
As for large dates versus small dates, both coins in the top photo are large dates, whereas the coins in the second group image are mixed. The one on top is a large whereas the bottom is small.
I hope this info is helpful!
Josh
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Hi, Greg —
I think the attraction here is that this is a very nice off-center 1982-D bronze large date that was struck 50% off-center. Something like this could probably sell for around $50ish.
NICE error!
Josh
Joshua,
Thank you for the info.
I have come across another 1982 D 3.11 gram penny. what is your opinion on this one. I see the D is further from the rim than any other 1982 D I have come across.
Greg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/3593c7a1a05ebf88185dd14a3a81a07172c734d0df9e2c3ce6b37755339e6745.jpg