Why is a 1958 D wheat penny so valuable?

The Rare 1958 Doubled Die Lincoln Wheat Penny One of the biggest and rarest errors for Wheat Pennies is the 1958 Doubled Die Error. Only three examples are known to exist, with only two being officially graded by PCGS, a third party grader. Doubling can be seen very clearly on the obverse of the coin.

How much is a 1947 Denver wheat penny worth?

1947 Penny Value

What is the value of a 1958 wheat penny d?

CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1958 D Wheat Penny value at an average of 15 cents, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $4.

How much is a mint condition wheat penny worth?

Due to supply, pennies of this year were supposed to be steel or war pennies. Value: In average condition, this would be worth about $60,000 and as much as $85,000 in mint condition. This year and mintage (Denver) is considered a key date and is the most valuable of the non-error Wheat pennies.

Which is the most rare Lincoln wheat penny?

Lincoln Wheat pennies are one of the most popular series of U.S. coins that coin collectors strive to build a complete set. Rare coins such as the 1909-S VDB and 1914-D are the “Holy Grails” of any Lincoln Wheat cent collection.

How much is a 1956 D wheat penny worth?

Combining the rarity of the error with an extraordinary quality can lead the wheat penny to be worth up to 1000 dollars. There are of course more errors on the 1956 Wheat Penny minted at the Denver Mint. For example, double mintages exist elsewhere on the coin and although less conspicuous than the double D – they also increase its value:

What’s the price of a post war wheat penny?

Post-Great War, given their mass production, there are few that cost more than $1. These price ranges apply mostly to coins minted in Philadelphia and San Francisco. The Denver Mint’s production numbers were significantly lower, and therefore coins marked with a ‘D’ can fetch much higher prices than their more common contemporaries.