For decades, the Lincoln Wheat Penny has fascinated collectors and casual finders alike. With stories about certain rare coins being worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, many wonder if they might be holding a small fortune in their pocket change. In 2025, the hype continues—especially Continue reading
Lincoln Wheat Penny
Rare Lincoln Wheat Penny Worth $7 Million Could Be In Your Pocket
Few U.S. coins capture public imagination like the 1943 Lincoln Wheat Penny. During World War II, the U.S. Mint switched cent planchets from bronze (copper) to zinc-coated steel to conserve copper for the war effort. Amid that changeover, a tiny number of leftover bronze planchets Continue reading
Lincoln Wheat Penny Valued At $120 Million – Do You Own This Rarity?
You’ve probably seen viral headlines claiming a “Rare Lincoln Wheat Penny worth $120 million” could be hiding in your pocket. It’s a great story—but it isn’t true. While certain Lincoln Wheat Cents (1909–1958) are genuinely valuable, the $120 million figure is pure myth. In 2025, the most coveted Wheat Cents still Continue reading