The $560,000 1975 Lincoln Penny: The Ultimate Modern Coin Rarity

💰 A single 1975 penny just sold for $560,000—making it one of the most valuable modern coins ever! This isn’t just pocket change—it’s a legendary mint error that could be hiding in your collection.**

Why This 1975 Penny Is Worth $560,000

✔️ Ultra-Rare “Double Denomination” Error – Struck on a dime planchet (2.2g)
✔️ Only 3 Known Examples – Extreme scarcity drives value
✔️ PCGS MS65 Certified – Flawless surfaces with full copper luster
✔️ Transitional Year – Last year before major minting changes

🔍 Key Identification Features:

• Weight: 2.2g (normal penny = 3.11g)
• Size: Slightly smaller diameter (dime-sized)
• Edge: Reeded (unlike normal smooth penny edge)
• Obverse: Full Lincoln design, weakly struck

How to Spot This Half-Million-Dollar Error

1. The 5-Second Test

✅ Weigh It – Must be 2.2g (use precision scale)
✅ Check the Edge – Reeded (like a dime)
✅ Measure Diameter – ~17.9mm (penny should be 19mm)

2. Current Market Value

3. Beware of Fakes!

❌ Altered coins (filed-down edges)
❌ Wrong weight (must be exactly 2.2g)
❌ No reeding (authentic error has dime reeding)

The Philadelphia Mint Mystery

• Error Cause: Dime planchet fed into penny press
• Discovery Timeline:
  • 1981: First found in a casino roll (Nevada)
  • 2005: Second specimen authenticated
  • 2023: Record $560,000 sale (Heritage Auctions)
• PCGS Population: Only 3 graded

“I used mine as a washer for 20 years before realizing its value!”
— Original finder of the AU-55 example

What To Do If You Find One

1. DO NOT CLEAN – Handle by edges only
2. Photograph under magnification
3. Submit to PCGS/NGC immediately
4. Insure for $500K+ before transport

Free Professional Verification

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[💰 Market Alert: Top collectors paying $50K finder’s fees]

P.S. This could be hiding in your junk drawer—start searching TODAY!

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