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Small date pennies and large date pennies are important coins for collectors seeking the different varieties within the Lincoln penny series.
In this picture, you can see the size difference of the date on a 1982 small date penny vs. a 1982 large date penny:
In some cases, the values of these coins are based entirely on whether or not a particular Lincoln cent has a large date or small date.
So, what’s the difference between a small date vs. large date penny?
Quite a lot! But you’ve got to know what you’re looking for.
While large dates and small dates can occur on any coin, they’re most common with the Lincoln Memorial cent series.
In this article, you’re going to learn how to tell the differences between the:
- 1960 small date vs. 1960 large date
- 1960-D small date vs. 1960-D large date
- 1970-S small date vs. 1970-S large date
- 1982 small date (bronze) vs. 1982 large date (bronze)
- 1982-D small date (bronze) vs. 1982-D large date (bronze)
- 1982 small date (zinc) vs. 1982 large date (zinc)
- 1982-D small date (zinc) vs. 1982-D large date (zinc)
Since the date differences are the same for each of the coins within a given year, we are going to break down this post into 3 easily digestible sections:
- 1960 pennies
- 1970 pennies
- 1982 pennies
Once you’re finished reading this, you’ll be able to start looking for and identifying the scarce large date and small date varieties for all of these Lincoln pennies!
1960 Pennies: Small Date vs. Large Date
In 1960, the U.S. Mint made modifications to the size and shape of the numerals in the date for the Lincoln cent.
This was done for Lincoln pennies from both the Philadelphia and Denver Mints. This resulted in the creation of 4 separate varieties for the 1960 pennies, including:
- 1960 large date Lincoln cent
- 1960 small date Lincoln cent
- 1960-D large date Lincoln cent
- 1960-D small date Lincoln cent
How To Tell A 1960 Small Date Penny From A Large Date
One of the biggest giveaways with the 1960 small date and large date pennies is the tops of the numerals:
- If the tops of the “1,” “9,” and “0” are all on the same plane, you’ve got a 1960 small date penny.
- If the “9” pops up higher than the “1,” then you’ve got a 1960 large date penny.
How Much Are 1960 Pennies Worth?
The value of most 1960 pennies is pretty easy to determine.
Here’s how much most 1960 Lincoln cents are worth:
- If they’re circulated, then they’re worth about 2 cents for their copper content value.
- Uncirculated 1960 Lincoln cents start at around 30 to 50 cents.
- Proof 1960 Lincoln pennies are worth about $1 and up.
The rarest of the 1960 pennies is the small date from the Philadelphia Mint, not showing a mintmark.
Here’s how much a 1960 small date penny is worth:
- The 1960 small date Lincoln cent is worth at least $3 to $5 in uncirculated condition and $20 or more in nicer uncirculated grades.
1970 Pennies: Small Date vs. Large Date
The 1970 Lincoln pennies are pretty common. You’ve probably seen them in your pocket change from time to time and perhaps have some in a coin jar.
But at least one type of 1970 penny is scarcer than others.
The rarest of the regular-issue 1970 pennies is the small date from the San Francisco Mint (“S” mintmark). The 1970-S small date penny is one of the toughest small-date pennies to find. It’s unknown how many were made, but most numismatic experts believe the number is relatively small.
How To Tell A 1970-S Small Date Penny From A Large Date
There are a couple major diagnostics for attributing a 1970-S small date Lincoln cent:
- If the tops of the “1,” “9,” “7,” and “0” numerals in the date are all aligned on the same invisible plane, then you’ve got a 1970 small date penny.
- The 1970-S small date penny is notorious for a lightly struck “LIBERTY” on the left side of the obverse. (You probably shouldn’t use this as the sole indicator of whether you have a 1970-S small date penny though — because surely some large dates have been struck with a weaker-than-usual “LIBERTY.” But if you think the numerals on your 1970-S penny show the small date features and you see a weak “LIBERTY” on the coin, then you can be pretty confident you’ve got the 1970 small date Lincoln cent.
How Much Are 1970 Pennies Worth?
If you find a 1970-S small date Lincoln cent in your pocket change, be sure to save it!
Here’s how much 1970-S small date pennies are worth:
- In worn grades, a 1970-S small date penny is worth about $3 to $5.
- In uncirculated grades, a 1970-S small date penny is worth $25 or more.
- Proof versions of the 1970-S small date penny are worth around $20 and up.
As for other 1970 pennies, there are only large date and small varieties among the 1970-S — not the Philadelphia or Denver pieces. So you won’t need to look for any differences among the non-S mintmark 1970 Lincoln cents.
Here’s how much most 1970 Lincoln cents are worth:
- 1970 Lincoln cents in worn condition are worth 2 cents each.
- In uncirculated condition, 1970 pennies (including the 1970-S large date) are worth about 10 to 15 cents.
- 1970-S large date proofs are worth around $1 and up.
1982 Pennies: Small Date vs. Large Date
The coin that so many people want to know about is the 1982-D bronze small date penny.
It’s not only among the rarest of modern coins, but it’s also one of the most valuable. Only 2 have been found — and they sell for about $15,000 each!
See the 1982-D small date penny below?
Yes, I know… it’s not the super rare bronze penny.
But it’s what a 1982-D small date looks like — whether zinc or bronze.
How To Tell A 1982-D Small Date Penny From A Large Date
- In that photo above, notice how the tops of the numerals “1,” “9,” “8,” and “2” all align? That’s one major diagnostic for determining a 1982 small date penny.
- Another diagnostic? The shape of the “2” in the date. The “2” in the 1982 small date penny has a slight curvy shape in the main diagonal stem — whereas on the 1982 large date penny, it is much straighter.
What About Bronze Versus Zinc?
Our main topic of conversation here is the discussion of small dates versus large dates. But the 1982-D bronze small date Lincoln cent is such a rarity that it deserves a bit more background on how to determine if you’ve got one.
There are 3 ways to tell a 1982 bronze penny versus a zinc one:
- Weigh it. A bronze Lincoln cent weighs about 3.11 grams. However, due to natural tolerances an example may weigh anywhere from about 2.98 grams to 3.24 grams.
- A copper-plated zinc penny should weigh approximately 2.5 grams. Some examples may register at 2.4 to 2.6 grams.
- Another way to tell a copper 1982 Lincoln cent versus a zinc is to drop it on a hard table. If you hear a slight, warm ringing noise (like a tiny bell) when you drop it, it’s a bronze cent. Does it click? It’s zinc. It may take a bit of practice to get the bronze versus zinc determination correct this way — but it’s right every time!

I like the Weigh Gram coin scale best.
How Much Are 1982 Pennies Worth?
The 1982-D bronze small-date Lincoln cent is one of the most expensive of all Lincoln Memorial cents.
Here’s how much 1982-D bronze small date pennies are worth:
- The two 1982-D bronze small-date Lincoln cents that have sold to date are both in About Uncirculated condition. The first example of this transitional error sold for $18,800 in 2017 while the second took $8,400 in 2019. If others turn up in similar condition, they could be worth anywhere from $5,000 to $10,000 or more.
There are 8 other major types of 1982 pennies:
- 1982 bronze large date
- 1982 bronze small date
- 1982 zinc large date
- 1982 zinc small date
- 1982-D bronze large date
- 1982-D zinc large date
- 1982-D zinc small date
- 1982-S proof
These other 1982 pennies are generally worth much less than the Denver-minted bronze small date.
Here’s how much most 1982 Lincoln cents are worth:
- All regular-issue, non-error circulated 1982 bronze pennies are worth about 2 cents each for their copper value.
- Uncirculated 1982 bronze pennies are worth about 15 cents and up.
- Circulated 1982 zinc pennies are worth face value, unless they feature an error or variety.
- Uncirculated 1982 zinc Lincoln cents are worth about 10 cents and up.
- The 1982-S proof Lincoln cent is struck in bronze and has no known large or small date variants. These are worth about $2 and up.
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!
https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/3cc065e2d95695d83b56676c8261b6ba72c4ae8e3f1234bcd707d43cc9087a6d.jpg ..any of these small date?
Hi,
In this photo the only small date is in the top row, second from the right. Be sure to weigh it; if it weighs about 2.5 grams, it’s a common copper-coated zinc variety, while a weight of approximately 3.11 grams suggests it’s the rare copper strike.
Good luck,
Josh
they all weigh 3.0 to 3.1 grams..i have a dozen more from roll hunting downtown merchant banks in pensacola fla..thank you soo much
apparently..all my others large date and the one aint in greatest of shape..but i got a rare addition to my 11 year old daughters 25 birthday..lol..all my collecting is for her to decide what to do with..14 years from now..lol..i looove roll hunting only treasure hunt ..25 dollar box..no wheats or indians..still got 25 dollars..lol..you make it soo much better .. thanks again
That’s wonderful!!! Yes, roll searching is fun and I hope you make some great finds along the way. Many do — why not you, too?
Good luck,
Josh
whale of a thought..evidently the only penny that i got .. i weighed.or missed ..it only was 2.5..ouch..almost sweet is fun for a minute!thanks again for your id..its still real money..lol
Hi Joshua, please help with this. the one on top is small the bottom is large?
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Hi, Richard —
Yes, the left one is a small date and the right one is a large date…
Best wishes,
Josh
jush i hope you dont mind calling you Josh, well some my photos the format was wrong , i think i got fix. WHISHING YOU AND YOUR FAMLEY A HAPPY HOLLADAYS. AL
Thank you so much, Alfred!! Many wonderful holiday wishes to you and yours, too!!
Cheers,
Josh
I have a 1970 small date over large date penny with no S. is this rare being there was no small date philly??? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/0589cda44f56b696b548abaf15021c17515c1b58e2e142dbc7feabfee6d8fe40.jpg
Hi, Travis —
While there is a 1970-S large date hubbed over a small date, there is no known Philadelphia issue of this type. I’m not seeing signs of this variety on the piece you posted here. But if you see indications in-person that this may have diagnostics lending it toward being a large date over small date, you might consider submitting it to CONECA for a closer look. You can find more info about them at http://www.varietyvista.com.
All best wishes,
Josh
i read that the older pennies that are in good shape are sellable well i found it looks new. the 79 D has a filled in d
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Hi, Alfred —
All old pennies are collectible! In this case, the 1960-D Large Date (which appears to be in uncirculated condition) is worth about 15 to 20 cents while the 1979-D Filled D (can’t confirm by photo as it’s too blurry — going by your word!) would sell for about 50 cents to $1.
Best,
Josh
jush the picture is dark but the last number is messed up looks like a error hope you can see it THANK YOUhttps://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/8a3619112cad64b2a3ff4ddb811e4ef418b497a8153e42834e10d68036a2fbde.jpg
THIS ONE LOOKS LIKE THE ONE YOU HAVE ON THE PAGE https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/86e26e634f9bd4f91b662c2898a54d994a015b7bfdb0e2ae916fa1621ffa9caa.jpg
well almost done separating the 5 gal jug , next do each by year then look up that 50, 60 70 080 and 90, under the scope tey go. i did find 1954 that look like the 1969 double struck it has lines in the numbers. only time will tell. i do like this !! when i get my picture working ok i will like better. THANK AGAIN I MUST HAVE 20 POUNDS OF 70;S AND LOWER.
i beleive that i have a 1970 s small date.https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6a07b0a92c458c6fb5ccfe02a0bd284f1f4ab095763c695f38fbb4e0dde6d4e0.jpg
Hi, Adam —
This is the more-common 1970-S large date, as evidenced by the low “7” in the date. This piece is worth about 2 cents in this condition.
Best wishes,
Josh
what about this one? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/123c9a457eb8c065d861a071d27772c09dd99b5f9950466a41816e0897c9bf61.jpg
Hi Adam,
This one is also a large date worth two cents… Please pay close attention to the placement of the “7” in the date. The top has to align with the tops of the rest of the numerals in the date for it to be a small date. Also, the inscription “LIBERTY” appears relatively weak on the 1970-S small date.
Best wishes,
Josh
oh, i thought it was the opposite.
i thought the low seven was small date.
No worries!
-Josh
how much does it cost?
I have a 1982 D Penny. Not sure if it’s a small or large date, but I believe it’s bronze, if that’s correct. I’m new to this study and figured I’d give you a shout. Happy coin hunting!!!
Hi, Jacob —
I’d be happy to help you determine if it’s a large or small date if you post a clear photo of the front of the coin here.
Best wishes,
Josh
i have a small date 1982 p bronze. . is that worth anything or only the D?
Hello Josh I had a friend telling me about the 1982 d small date penny and I started looking through all my change and I think I might have found a few but I’m not sure exactly how to determine if I have one or not I was hoping that you could help me determine if I have any at all please and thank you.
Hello, Gary —
The key defining characteristics of the 1982-D small date bronze are its weight of approximately 3.11 grams, the presence of a “D” mintmark under the date, and the tops of the date numerals all aligning along the same invisible plane. I strongly recommend you watch a video that shows you the differences, as this one does: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKsDYNkryGI
You’ll find photos of the date size differences here, too: https://www.pcgs.com/coinfacts/coin/1982-1c-bronze-small-date-bn/146018
Keep in mind that since 1982, only two of these coins have been found as of this writing (November 12, 2021), so the chances of finding a third are extremely slim, but if there are two, there could be a third…
Wishing you the best of luck!
Josh
I have a couple but it’s hard to make out big or small date they both weight out at 3.1 https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/91b5cca76a308d12b275c733fb78943f3d9558ad0bf1b779240c36db995dfd66.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/9f540bc5c539099469795df00d78b3080b7ad2e1122458b42f0854e87387accd.jpg
Hi, Paul —
The 1982-D pennies you posted are all large dates. If you need a reference for the future be sure to refer to the helpful image/info in this video: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vM0UQ9a0qaM
Best of luck,
Josh
I have several 1982 D pennies and not sure of sizes. I’m enclosing several photos would you mind to check for me. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/94851d9dd7cd0d81145ea91cd706379a569d66ccc298b2134ddd5dbc09005793.jpg
Hi, Kevin —
All the 1982 pennies in this photo are large dates. Remember, if you’re looking for the rare 1982 small date it must ALSO include a D mintmark AND be composed of bronze, so it would therefore weigh 3 to 3.2 grams.
Best,
Josh
I believe I have 2 large date 1982 pennies no mint mark one ways 2.5 and the other 3 https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/adf95f0fc5b464024f4a4c5fa0989aea508cb6795cfae0a5e9e407fc5ca88fc9.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/7fac91d5e85d528bd6bb44b33b19754e35a8cc47158bd7fb1f4e80a7238570f9.jpg .11
Here is 1982 penny I can’t figure out large or small date https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/45146dd3b2dea405a6a1647a2b4db90e5330c7005c873728a735cedc2abaa577.jpg
Hi, Jacob —
The three 1982 pennies you posted are all large dates. Please bear in mind if you’re looking for the rare 1982 bronze small date penny, it MUST also have a “D” mintmark under the date for it to be the valuable one.
Good luck!
Josh
Why does one of the pennies weigh 2.5 and the other 3.11
Hi, Jacob —
The 3.11-gram pennies are made of the heavier bronze alloy while the 2.5-gram versions are struck on the lighter copper-coated zinc planchets.
Best,
Josh
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Hi, Jacob —
That’s a tough call… Maybe the bright part on the reverse (tails side) was affected by exposure to a caustic oil?
Hmmm…
Josh
Did u take a good look at the unum lettering https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/ae91658e3a0baa1d69a48848d2bccb994adac16531d094c851bf477e02c2f71a.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/278055d7a760e92f6ee1b32c47e9948417022f4ff2a2002a2f803ed8db06779e.jpg
Yes, “UNUM” has been affected by the post-mint surface issues seen here and is not an error.
I have a 1937 penny https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/12ca0a1334ca2021fdac2123e83ebbae51d74ea7e5c01a0f12c4213d3557d2db.jpg does anyone know what could have damaged it..
I got this other penny i can’t figure it out https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/2b3253807d89620f10a9cd36e655747357ba68efc53372c724f4ad7ce3c21cb9.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/446ac47c3ccf87decfe28452c9d2c90de495981c2b31285ce4bed86f3ad15eef.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/eb9057a3dfb76b35a3ed1e72d21dc15d00d22122abeb5c4ecd5c9aaf5ef6078a.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/df5a928d6a611eab6608071a358379e4372577f082827af83f480b11227ef98a.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/1f725b8bdc2bbf3d391b9c4a3f2c46f78fc3b54f7205d1921b80fc9415602864.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/a82cbe918d37cc0e1b3d432804e9e30ab1e05033de282dcf13195aa9a5e50a36.jpg
Hi, Jacob —
This coin was heavily affected by post-mint exposure to chemicals and or/heat and is severely corroded and damaged. It is not an error but IS certainly a looker!
Best,
Josh
Can u help me with this penny https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/446ac47c3ccf87decfe28452c9d2c90de495981c2b31285ce4bed86f3ad15eef.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/1f725b8bdc2bbf3d391b9c4a3f2c46f78fc3b54f7205d1921b80fc9415602864.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/a82cbe918d37cc0e1b3d432804e9e30ab1e05033de282dcf13195aa9a5e50a36.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/2b3253807d89620f10a9cd36e655747357ba68efc53372c724f4ad7ce3c21cb9.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6009c7aa0a6db5fa3da4d042465edcd6e71fb2587d22d61c441aee7a87c5153c.jpg
Hi, Jacob —
I commented on this post-mint damaged penny yesterday… Please see those remarks.
Thank you,
Josh
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Hi, Jacob —
These coins pictured in their entirety are all 1970-S large date pennies and worth about 3 cents for their copper metal content in this condition.
Best,
Josh
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Can u tell me I these are large date or small date
Hi, Jacob —
This is a 1982 large date penny. The small date exhibits all the tops of the numerals along one line and the shape of the “2” is different. These are things to note when looking for the rare 1982-D small date copper penny, which should have the “D” mintmark from Denver and also weigh around 3 grams, indicating its bronze composition.
Good luck,
Josh
https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/3fb781ad0bbe99faa664d4d2129fa521a4a87367758ac5e5f55791c2d8d1984e.jpg is this a large date penny https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/69f3a6949d675cf64eca000953e7c4aeab02a64ad84e940ec5a1ee9199cef21d.jpg
1946 s Lincoln penny with Lincoln outline on reverse https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/ed52b46172dcf360c8a8fe79325cb8c0ab2e7b4e7d9d58b1242c40173ebcb7f6.jpg
Hi, Jacob —
Yes, this is the 1970-S large date penny, which is the more common variant of the two varieties related to date size that year on the Lincoln cent. The ghost-like image of Lincoln seen on the reverse of the 1946-S has to do with metal flow issues caused during the strike (the metal is essentially sunken into the Lincoln profile) and are fairly common with various dates of the Lincoln wheat cent. While they don’t have any extra value because of this, they are nevertheless neat in my opinion.
Best wishes,
Josh
https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/d89541cca7352c7ad6762e994d438a1cd54f68e638bb3e650b0482433d0c75cc.jpg is this a double date penny?
Hi, Jacob —
It does not appear to be… I see a ding on the “6” giving what could be taken as the appearance of another digit there and possible signs of die deterioration, wherein the date and other parts of the design elements might appear to have minute ghost-like shadows. This is by and large a normal 1956-D Lincoln penny worth about three to five cents in this condition.
Best wishes,
Josh
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I this a damaged coin ?
Yes, Jacob — what you see are post-mint cuts going into the rim and onto the surface. There is also damage to the date and what appears to be discoloration or light corrosion on the coin.
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I can’t figure out the date on this coin
Hi, Jacob —
I’m afraid I can’t make the date out here, either. This coin seems to have been attacked by something acidic, which is why the surface is so porous and pitted. Being this is heavy post-mint damage the coin is worth face value, but it’s an interesting find nevertheless!
Best,
Josh
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Is this penny sover d? Why is this nickle colored this way..
Hi, Jacob —
When I zoom in on the date of the penny the image becomes blurry. I do see something within the serpentine spine of the “S” mintmark but can’t offer a sound opinion on that alone — with the knowledge that we don’t offer variety attribution services here.
As for the 1939 nickel, it appears in the photo to have discoloration due to possible environmental damage.
Hope this info helps a bit,
Josh
The nickle is like a burgundy color ..
Yes, that’s discoloration most likely from environmental damage (fumes, heat, burial underground)…
I got a question about this 1993 penny idk if it’s the close am or wide am https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/f7d5e82adcf51bffa2016823f34f4ec51565885f57299b42275d8848220285ea.jpg
Hi, Jacob —
This is a Close AM arrangement, but this is normal on the 1993 penny. It’s only rare on a 1992 or 1992-D penny…
Best wishes,
Josh
1993 wide am
Hi, Jacob —
Please post clear images of both sides of your 1993 penny so I can help further.
Thank you,
Josh
Is this a double ear penny https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/7210c83560f8859b37dd417e8c08ae9d60f16f7cd497b484169088f3c54adbe5.jpg
Hi, Jacob —
It’s hard to say… There is no major doubled ear variety known among 1988-D pennies, and I thus have no reliable diagnostics to go on. You might consider getting the opinion of a doubled die expert at CONECA (https://conecaonline.org/).
Good luck,
Josh
1991 penny d
Is this a double ear 1991 penny
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Hey, Jacob —
As with the 1988-D penny you just posted, there is no major known 1991-D doubled ear penny known (such an error has only been cataloged on the 1984 penny to date, as far as I’m aware). Without diagnostics to guide me on an opinion, I’d have to suggest sending this photo to a variety expert at CONECA (https://conecaonline.org) who may be able to help you further.
Best,
Josh
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I found this 1972d pennie that weighs 3grams
Hi, Jacob —
That is totally normal for a 1972-D penny, which has weight tolerances of about .13 grams up or down from its 3.11-gram standard weight, plus the fact that the coin has light wear.
Best,
Josh
I found this 2003 d penny .. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/bb04cb680a602982ad142f4fc51f012de51a17d793a03c8733a74865d50d3f1c.jpg
Can u tell me what see
Jacob,
This penny is a little off-center due possibly to a misaligned die and there appears to be a scratch across the top but this is nothing all that unusual — it’s rather common to see a coin off like this by a couple percent. While technically an error it wouldn’t really carry any premium at this point.
Best,
Josh
It appeared to me that it had two eyes
Is this damaged https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/5233ae9c27e92ae635baee857bf4a0633db39611d30582c2523a0d9237880f0b.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/00271bdc48829b71fb7f90f443bfadb5eaf22e029e7b70fa2448880249acfe86.jpg
Hi, Jacob –
Yes, unfortunately that impact crater is damage.
Best,
Josh
Yes Im sorry I’m new to this place and I couldn’t find a spot to make a new comment for Josh so I am posting here. I do apologize to you both for this. I had a question for Josh about a 1918 no mint mark wheat penny I have it has a clipped planchet and possible other error the clip is small I would be happy to send pics but I can’t find anything in terms of if it’s rare or any kind of value. Can you help me please and thanks.
Shawn.
Hi, Shawn —
A photo would definitely help but probably is not necessary except only to determine if what you have is truly a clipped planchet and not post-mint damage.
A 1918 clipped planchet penny is not very among rare among error coins but is certainly a highly collectible coin. Many sell for $3 to $25, though price is dependent on the size of the clip, number of clips, and condition of the coin.
Hope this helps!
Josh
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Hi, Jacob —
Your 2014 penny appears to have seen some extensive post-mint damage and wear — the latter I think intentionally imparted or created by some type of applied force. This piece is worth its face value.
Thank you for reaching out,
Josh
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Hi, Jacob —
Without any comments or text accompanying these images I don’t really know what you want me to look for. However, I see no outward evidence of varieties or errors, including the Wide AM variety.
Best,
Josh
P.S. If you post here again, please accompany your photos with a question or comment so I can provide specific feedback. Thank you!
The fg is not visible is it put thru grease
Hi, Jacob —
Thank you for the description; there is light evidence of the FG visible in the photo, BUT it appears the entire lower right tip of the Lincoln Memorial, like the FG, is largely obliterated. This appears to have been caused by either a grease-filled die or a mushy strike.
Generally speaking, coins with isolated details missing due to weakness in strike or filling if the die is not worth a premium. The exception is in cases where many collectors are pursuing the same type of anomaly — like with the “IN GOD WE RUST” 2005 Kansas Quarter.
Thank you for reaching out,
Josh
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Is this double die?
Hi, Jacob —
Without knowing the background behind the date and mintmark of this Lincoln Memorial penny, the images indicate this is machine doubling.
If you would like me to assist with other coins in the future I kindly ask for information on the date and mintmark of each coin you post about as well as accompanying clear images of the entire obverse and reverse.
Thank you!
Josh
That a 1993 penny https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/39ffeda8456c5b0fa8d96b97d4b67f1d72979e29f46f25a0264d9a8a17d18665.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/bcec92dfe0c5b12e272c8164d8a160982266ff0f8f21d66c7d6fd1bd382ad57d.jpg
Thanks! Yes, it does appear to be machine doubling…
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Is this a double die?
Hi, Jacob —
There appears to be some slight ridging within the numerals of the date. I’d suggest submitting these images to either Variety Vista (http://varietyvista.com/) or CONECA (conecaonline.org) for an expert variety attributor to review against their catalog of attributed doubled dies.
Best wishes,
Josh
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Hi, Jacob —
This appears to be discoloration from environmental damage. Assuming it to be a clad dime, it’s worth face value.
Best,
Josh
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Is this a double die
Hi Jacob,
This appears to be machine doubling… Sorry!
Thank you for reaching out,
Josh
I found a 1981 p roosvelt dime that weighs 2.339 grms I looked at the edge of the rim ant it shows more silver then copper.. I also found this 1988 d dime..looks like doubling on the reverse https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/ce2c46d0c526a89a70f82a8a9ca5b788c0886da47d557ee3ad7a6b7e2dcb40a1.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/1e313231f312269ec639eca3b95d0120e0c43091f49ed1c0b48eb98af3eac410.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/a1cf29b887c904dfea61f70a623e9da3e18117ced63c14ed63e3ec8b37bd0cd8.jpg
Hi, Jacob —
The standard weight of a copper-nickel clad dime is 2.268 grams, and the tolerances are 0.091 grams above or below that. So at 2.339 grams, your dime is still within the tolerances.
The outer copper-nickel layers sometimes appear thicker or thinner depending on the way they were bonded, the coin was cut, or even how it was stuck within the retaining collar.
Meanwhile, the doubling appears to be mechanical doubling, which unfortunately is not an error but rather a byproduct of die deterioration or strike chatter.
Best wishes,
Josh
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Hi, Jacob —
It looks like machine doubling from these images here…
Best,
Josh
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This is the back of 2003 d penny
I didn’t think of looking for you on this site but the 1982 penny has a granular sandblast look about it I’ll send you pictures of the coin on here https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/325551eee24373203e122de57cd225e6c8ed2661c93bd21e6f7eaaab932ed970.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/29f1abd2a269634133cb424a3b6ebcfdb8d1d372cc8ca8e911d5d619d5db8792.jpg
Hi, Anthony —
This porosity and dark coloration on the reverse are caused by environmental influences, most certainly a form of oxidation likely caused by burial, exposure to water, or proximity to intense heat — or a combination thereof. Unfortunately, it is quite common with both the copper and zinc-based cents, which are made with highly reactive metals.
Best wishes,
Josh
this is what I found regarding this Discus about 1982 Penny cent I have this penny but looks difference then a regular penny is the large date.
anybody has come across these before is damage from weather or is an error from the US mint
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Hi, River4u37 —
You have a 1982 zinc large date penny with some copper plating blisters. This is technically a defect on the mint side, though there are some folks who pay extra money for coins like yours. A zinc cent with heavy blistering can take anywhere from $5 to $10, sometimes more.
Best,
Josh
Hi ! thanks for the feedback it helps a lot I think is a very nice penny to keep as collector I will find a way to sell it maybe.
Awesome! Good luck!
Josh
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I found this penny I itc coeted with some sort of silver metal it almost wants to stick to s magnet it’s coper but I don’t know what is coated with
Hi, Jacob —
It’s hard to tell the color of the metal in this photo due to lighting, but I’ll take your word for it that it’s silver-colored, and that really makes sense to me. It’s most likely either a pewter coating applied to make the coin something of a keepsake or a zinc/steel composition of some kind to mimic the appearance of a 1943 steel cent from a year later. At any rate, this piece would be considered more of a novelty collectible due to the plating. Given the coin’s wear, the coin might garner a few cents from a coin dealer on that basis.
Hope this info helps,
Josh
Ihave this nickle I can’t read the datedate https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/f5c17d0ff23007c6572c57838b6dd2f942d55792eb74c818f2fb070315680f0f.jpg
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Hi Joshua.
Is this small or large date?
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these all are 1982 D pennies all weighing 3.1g what do you suggest i do next? whats your opion on these?
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Hi, Angela —
It would be remarkable if you landed four 1982-D bronze small dates at once when only two are currently known to exist. If these all register 3.1 grams on a scale that provides readout in increments of one-tenth of a gram or more (hundredths or greater) than you would want to get these authenticated by a third-party coin grader for further evaluation.
Best of luck,
Josh