1942 Wheat Penny Value
The 1942 wheat pennies have value as numismatic coins. Keep reading to learn more about these one cent coins.
Specifications
What’s the 1942 penny value today? Is a 1942 wheat penny worth more than other pennies? What’s the story behind the rare 1942 penny that was struck on the wrong coin blank? What other 1942 pennies are considered rare? Current 1942 Penny Value. Most 1942 pennies that you find in circulation are bound to be pretty well worn. This variety is a rare combination of an RPM and a DDO. The 1960 D/D ddo 1/rpm 100 is a bolder combination, but much easier to find. The 1942 S/S DDO 1 is very difficult.
Type: Wheat Penny
Year: 1942
Face Value: $0.01
Composition: 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc
Total Weight: 3.11 grams
The US minted the 1942 wheat penny with no mint mark and also the 1942 D wheat penny and 1942 S wheat penny. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin below the date.
1942 D Wheat Penny Value
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 1942 | Philadelphia | 657,796,000 |
| 1942 D | Denver | 206,698,000 |
| 1942 S | San Francisco | 85,590,000 |
Value
The 1942 wheat penny with no mint mark and the 1942 D wheat penny have similar values. Each coin is worth around $0.15 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $0.25. In extremely fine condition the value is around $0.50. In uncirculated condition the price is around $1 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $2.
The 1942 S wheat penny is worth around $0.20 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $0.85. In extremely fine condition the value is around $1.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $7 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $8.
Proof coins with no mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $35 in PR 63 condition. There were 32,600 proof coins minted.
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Grading System
Good- The date is worn but visible. The lines in the wheat heads are not visible. The rims are full.
Very fine- Lincoln's jawbone and cheekbone are worn but still separated. The wheat heads are not worn.
Extremely fine- There is only slight wear on the coin. All of the details are sharp.
MS 60 uncirculated- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.
MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.
Pennies Worth Money
PR 63 proof- This coin has reflective surfaces and only a few blemishes away from the major focal points. There are no major flaws.
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See also:
1943 Steel Penny
1941 Wheat Penny
1940 Wheat Penny
1942 D Copper Wheat Penny Value
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