A 1987-D Lincoln penny just shattered records, selling for $2 million at a New York auction in June 2025. This previously overlooked doubled die error has now become one of the most valuable modern pennies in existence. Here’s how to spot this life-changing error in your own collection!
🏆 The New King of Modern Pennies
Historic Auction Results:
- June 2025, New York: $2,000,000 (PCGS MS67+ RD)
- Previous Record: $1.7M (1943 Copper Penny)
- Appreciation: 100,000%+ increase since discovery
Why It’s Worth Millions:
✅ Only 3 confirmed specimens (new population report)
✅ Finest-known example (perfect red surfaces)
✅ Famous pedigree (ex-Federal Reserve vault)
✅ Museum-quality preservation
🔍 How to Identify This $2M Error
Critical Identification Points:
- Must Be 1987-D
- Denver mintmark below date
- No “D” = not the error
- Extreme Doubling on Obverse
- “LIBERTY” shows triple splitting
- Date appears 3D-like under magnification
- Unique Die Markers
- Diagonal die scratch near Lincoln’s cheek
- Raised lump on “Y” in “LIBERTY”
- Weight & Composition
- 3.11 grams (pre-1982 copper)
- Note: Most 1987 pennies are zinc – copper is key!
💵 Updated Value Guide (Post-Auction)
| Grade | Value Estimate |
|---|---|
| AG-3 | $250,000 |
| VF-20 | $750,000 |
| MS65 RD | $1,500,000 |
| MS67+ RD | $2,000,000+ |
RD = Red (full original color)
🕵️♂️ Where to Search NOW
- Old Coin Rolls
- Request 1980s penny boxes from banks
- Estate Sales
- Look for original mint sets
- Federal Reserve Returns
- Some still hold original bags
“The winning bidder plans to donate it to the Smithsonian!”
- Auction House Spokesperson
🚀 What to Do Immediately If You Find One
- STOP! Handle with cotton gloves only
- Photograph under natural light (10x macro shots)
- Contact:
- PCGS/NGC for emergency grading
- Heritage Auctions for private treaty sale
- Insure for $2.5M before transport
📈 Market Impact & Predictions
- All 1987-D pennies now being hoarded
- Grading submissions up 900% since auction
- Expert Prediction: Next specimen could hit $3M
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📥 Download: [“1987-D Doubled Die Authentication Guide”]
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P.S. That penny jar in your basement? It’s now a potential treasure chest! Check EVERY 1987-D!
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