YOUR 1999 PENNY COULD BE WORTH A FORTUNE ā HEREāS WHY
After 6 years of saving change, a collector discovered a 1999 penny worth $100,000+ due to an ultra-rare die clash mule error. This could be hiding in your spare change right now!
WHAT MAKES THIS 1999 PENNY SO VALUABLE?
ā The Error:
- “UNITED” lettering appears on the obverse (front) where it shouldnāt.
- Caused by aĀ die clashĀ (coin dies smashed together without a planchet).
- Rarity:Ā OnlyĀ 1-2 confirmed examples existĀ (PCGS-certified).
- Record Sales:Ā Similar die clash errors have sold forĀ $100,000+.
HOW TO SPOT THE $100K PENNY (3 STEPS)
1ļøā£ Check the Year: Must be 1999 (Philadelphia or Denver mint).
2ļøā£ Examine the Obverse:
- Tilt the penny underĀ bright light.
- Look forĀ faint “UNITED” lettering near Lincolnās shoulder.
3ļøā£Ā Compare to a Normal 1999 Penny: - Normal coins haveĀ no extra letteringĀ on the front.
- Pro Tip:Ā Use aĀ 10x magnifierĀ for best results.
OTHER VALUABLE 1999 PENNY ERRORS
Error Type | Value |
---|---|
Wide AM | $500ā$5,000 |
Doubled Die Obverse | $1,000ā$10,000 |
Off-Center Strike | $50ā$1,000 |
WHAT TO DO IF YOU FIND ONE
ā ļø Donāt Clean It! (Preserve the error.)
š Get It Graded: Submit to PCGS or NGC ($50ā$150 fee).
š° Sell Strategically:
- Heritage AuctionsĀ (for six-figure coins).
- Private CollectorsĀ (for quick sales).
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