Scarcity in minting made it a gold for collectors between 1909 and 1958. Recently, a Lincoln Wheat Penny sold for a staggering $14 million at auction, and so many have wondered that so much hidden value was put on the coins, which were ordinary but priceless. Rarity and Mintage Numbers Some of the Lincoln Wheat … Read more
The 1909 VDB Lincoln Penny has found a very important place in numismatic history. The coin’s design and the interesting controversy behind its release have made it an important and highly coveted coin. The coin, which was created to commemorate President Abraham Lincoln’s 100th birthday, has become a favorite among collectors, and some of the … Read more
The Lincoln Wheat Penny is one of America’s most historic coins, produced from 1909 to 1958. Among these, a few rare specimens have sold for such high prices at auction that a few sold for as much as $808,888. This article will look at the details of those high-value pennies, their current status in circulation, … Read more