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If damage happens to a coin before it leaves the Mint, then that coin is considered an error coin or a mistake. (On the other hand, if damage happens to a coin after it has left the US Mint facility is considered 'damaged' and it is generally worth very little.) Error coins are rare and valuable because they are legit -- they entered circulation that way and are relatively few in number. Here's a list of well-known U.S. coin errors, how to determine a true error coin from a fake one, the most valuable error coins to look for, and how to spot new errors on coins -- because new errors are being discovered all the time!

1939 Penny Value: See How Much A 1939 Wheat Penny, A 1939-D Penny, A 1939-S Penny Are Worth (Some Are Worth More Than $10,000!)

1939 Penny

Have a 1939 penny and want to know what it’s worth? You’ve come to the right place! See how much 1939 wheat pennies are worth, including valuable 1939 penny errors.

Have Error Coins? Here’s How To Tell A Normal Or Altered Coin From A Real Coin Error

Your weird looking coins might be error coins! Here’s how to tell what’s a legit error coin from the U.S. Mint (like the rare 1990 penny, valuable doubled die coins, and bubbled coins) and what’s an altered coins or novelty coin (like two-headed coins, colorized coins, gold-plated coins, really small coins, really large coins, coins with odd rims and edges, dimes & quarters without edge grooves). Plus a list of some of the most common U.S. coin errors that you could actually find in your pocket change!

15 Of The Rarest State Quarters: 5 Valuable State Quarter Errors + 10 Rare State Quarters To Look For In Your Spare Change (See How Much They’re Worth!)

Are you wondering which state has the rarest state quarter? Or… what is the rarest state quarter you can find in pocket change these days? Here’s a list of the Top 10 Rare State Quarters you can find in your loose change. Also, a list of the Top 5 Rare State Quarter Errors to look for. See how much they’re all worth today!

There’s A 1938 Penny Worth $6,000! See The Current Value Of A 1938-D Penny, A 1938-S Penny, And A 1938 No Mintmark Penny

1938 Penny

Have a 1938 penny and want to know how much it’s worth? See the value of a 1938 wheat penny, which 1938 Lincoln cents you should keep, plus rare 1938 wheat penny errors & varieties you can find in pocket change!

1937 Penny Value Guide: A 1937 Wheat Penny Worth $17,000? Yes! Here’s A List Of The Most Valuable 1937 Pennies To Look For

1937 Penny

The 1937 penny is one of the first old Lincoln wheat cents I ever pulled from pocket change. The first question I had was, “How much is my old wheat penny worth?” I called several coin dealers and looked up the information in various coin guides trying to find the value of my 1937 Lincoln […]

Dark Coin Value: See How Much Your Dark Toned Coins And Discolored Coins Are Worth Here

Dark Coin

Got any dark toned coins or discolored coins? See which dark coins are rare and valuable error coins. Also, find out how much your dark coin is worth here!

Ultimate Guide To The 1935 Penny: See The Current 1935 Penny Value + A List Of 1935 Wheat Penny Errors To Look For

1935 Penny

Most 1935 pennies are valuable – some even rare! Check out this guide to see what your 1935 penny is worth + A list of 1935 wheat penny errors to look for.

What’s A 1933 Penny Worth? See The Value Of A 1933 Wheat Penny, A 1933-D Penny, And 1933 Penny Errors

1933 Penny

Collect old wheat pennies? (I do!) Here’s how you can tell the difference between a 1933 penny worth only a few cents versus one worth thousands of dollars. See the value of 1933 wheat pennies… including the 1933-D penny and other rare and valuable 1933 Lincoln cents.

Coins That Are Missing A Clad Layer Are Rare & Valuable Errors Worth Hundreds Of Dollars!

Error coins with missing clad layers are rare & valuable! Wondering how to tell if a coin is missing a clad layer? I’m going to show you! You’ll also learn how coins can lose their outer clad layers, where to find missing clad layer coins, and how much they’re worth.

2000 Maryland Quarter Value: See How Much A 2000-P, 2000-D, 2000-S, And Maryland Quarters With Errors Are Worth

Maryland Quarter

What is a 2000 Maryland quarter worth? How much are Maryland quarters with errors worth? The value of all Maryland quarters + Tips for finding the most valuable ones.

A 1929 Wheat Penny Worth Over $10,000? Yes! Here’s How To Tell The Value Of A 1929 Penny With No Mintmark, 1929-D, 1929-S, And 1929 Error Pennies

1929 Penny

What’s your 1929 penny worth? All 1929 pennies are worth more than face value. Some are worth thousands of dollars! See how much your 1929 wheat penny is worth, and 1929 errors to look for.

A 1928 Penny Worth $36K? Yes! Find Out How Much Your 1928 Wheat Penny, 1928-D Penny, 1928-S Penny, And 1928 Error Pennies Are Worth

The ultimate 1928 penny value guide! Find the value of your 1928 wheat penny here. Plus, a list of 1928 penny errors that are worth looking for in your loose change.

A 1927 Penny Worth $10,000?… Yes! See How Much A No Mintmark 1927 Wheat Penny, A 1927-D Penny, A 1927-S Penny, And A 1927 Penny Error Are Worth Today

1927 Penny

How much is a 1927 wheat penny worth? Here’s the ultimate 1927 penny value guide. Plus a 1927 penny error list with mistakes to look for on 1927 Lincoln cents.

A 1926 Penny Worth Up To $100,000?… Yes! See How Much A No Mintmark 1926 Wheat Penny, A 1926-D Penny, A 1926-S Penny, And 1926 Error Pennies Are Worth

1926 Penny

What’s a 1926 penny worth? What errors can be found on a 1926 wheat penny? How can you tell a valuable 1926 Lincoln cent from one that’s worth only a few cents? Are 1926 pennies rare? Here are the answers to all of your questions about 1926 wheat pennies!

This 1959-D Wheat Penny Is A Mule Coin Worth $50,000… See Why This Mule Error Coin Is So Rare And Valuable!

The 1959-D wheat penny is one of the most controversial mule coins ever. It’s worth $50,000! Here’s everything you could possibly want to know about the 1959-D penny error!

Have A 2000 Virginia Quarter (Or A Virginia 1788 Quarter)? See How Much It’s Worth + The Value Of A Virginia Quarter Error And How To Spot The Errors

Curious about 1788 / 2000 Virginia state quarter values? Which ones are worth keeping? How can you spot a 2000 Virginia quarter error? How much is a Virginia 1788 quarter worth? Here’s everything you want to know about Virginia state quarters!

What Is A Broad Struck Coin? Are Broadstrike Error Coins Valuable? Here’s Everything You Want To Know About Broadstrikes

Broadstruck Coins

Broadstrike error coins are wider & flatter than normal coins. Find out how broad strike coins are made, how much they’re worth, and where to find broad struck coins! Depending on the denomination and the coin’s condition, your broadstrike error coin can be worth anywhere from $5 to $1,000… on up!

The Ultimate 1925 Penny Value Guide: See How Much A 1925 Lincoln Cent Is Worth + A List Of Rare And Valuable 1925 Wheat Penny Errors

1925 Penny

Have a 1925 wheat penny and want to know how much it’s worth? Find your 1925 penny value here, a list of 1925 errors and varieties to look for, and which 1925 pennies you should keep… and not spend!

The 1922 Plain Penny: Why Is The 1922 Plain Cent Needed To Complete A Lincoln Penny Collection?

The 1922 plain penny is a popular error coin — or variety, depending on your stance. But why is a hole for the 1922 plain cent being included in regular Lincoln cent coin albums and coin folders? A longtime collector’s opinions on the issue and what should be done about those pesky holes that most of us can’t afford to fill in our Lincoln cent coin albums and folders.

The Complete 1923 Penny Value Guide: See How Much A 1923 Lincoln Cent Is Worth + A List Of Rare And Valuable 1923 Wheat Penny Errors

1923 Penny

Have a 1923 wheat penny? Want to know how much it’s worth? I’ve been collecting and studying these old Lincoln cents for years now. Here are some interesting facts about 1923 pennies, plus the current 1923 penny value, and rare 1923 error pennies to look for.

The Complete 1921 Penny Value Guide: See How Much A 1921 Lincoln Cent Is Worth Today + A List Of Rare And Valuable 1921 Wheat Penny Errors

1921 Penny

Found a 1921 wheat penny? Get a coin expert’s opinion on which 1921 pennies are worth keeping, their values, and how to tell if you have a 1921 error penny!

Have A Coin With No Mintmark Or Missing Letters? Here’s How To Tell If It’s An Error Coin Or Not… And What It’s Worth

Missing Letters No Mintmark Error Coins

Is part of the lettering missing on your coin? Maybe it has no mintmark? Here’s how to tell if you’ve got an error coin or simply a normal or damaged coin.

The Ultimate 1920 Penny Value Guide: See How Much A 1920 Lincoln Cent Is Worth Today + A List Of Rare And Valuable 1920 Wheat Penny Errors

1920 Penny

Some 1920 pennies are worth a few thousand dollars! Find out how much your 1920 penny is worth here + A list of rare 1920 penny errors to look for.

The Ultimate 1919 Penny Value Guide: See How Much A 1919 Lincoln Cent Is Worth Today + A List Of Rare And Valuable 1919 Wheat Penny Errors

1919 Penny

How much is a 1919 penny worth? Find out here! See the most valuable 1919 Lincoln cent, a 1919 wheat penny error list, how many 1919 pennies were made, and other fun facts about 1919 wheat pennies.

A 1999 Connecticut Quarter Worth $10,000? YES… Here’s What To Look For! (See The Value Of All Connecticut State Quarters + A List Of Rare Connecticut Quarter Errors)

The 1999 Connecticut state quarter can be really valuable, especially if it’s a Connecticut quarter error! See how much your Connecticut quarters are worth.

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