THE 2000-D LINCOLN PENNY THAT SOLD FOR $2,500: YOUR ULTIMATE VALUE GUIDE

WHY SOME 2000-D PENNIES ARE WORTH BIG MONEY

While most 2000-D Lincoln pennies are worth face value, ultra-high-grade examples (MS-69 Red) can sell for 800–800–2,500+. Here’s how to spot a premium penny in your collection.


KEY FACTORS THAT DRIVE VALUE

  1. Mint State Grade (MS-69 Red):
    • Full red luster (no toning or wear).
    • Zero imperfections under 5x magnification.
  2. Rarity: Fewer than 1 in 10 million 2000-D pennies reach this condition.
  3. Certification: PCGS/NGC-graded coins sell for 10x more than raw coins.

Record Sale: A 2000-D MS-69 Red penny sold for $2,500 at auction.


HOW TO SPOT A HIGH-VALUE 2000-D PENNY

  1. Check the Mint Mark: Must be “D” (Denver).
  2. Examine the Color:
    • RD (Red): Bright copper, uncirculated = $800+.
    • RB (Red-Brown): Slight toning = 5–5–50.
    • BN (Brown): Circulated = $0.01.
  3. Magnify the Details:
    • Look for full wheat lines on the reverse.
    • No scratches, dings, or cleaning marks.

2000-D PENNY VALUE CHART

GradeValue
MS-653–3–6
MS-666–6–9
MS-679–9–17
MS-6850–50–75
MS-69800–800–2,500

OTHER VALUABLE 2000 PENNY ERRORS

  1. 2000 “Wide AM” Penny ($35,000+):
    • Extra space between “A” and “M” in “AMERICA”.
  2. Doubled Die Obverse (500–500–5,000):
    • Doubling in “LIBERTY” or date.

WHERE TO SELL YOUR 2000-D PENNY

  1. Get It Graded (PCGS/NGC for top value).
  2. Sell Through:
    • Heritage Auctions (for MS-69 examples).
    • eBay (use title: *”2000-D Lincoln Cent MS-69 Red NGC/PCGS”*).

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