As indicated by the small 'D' mint mark below the date, this 1957 penny was made in Denver. The United States Mint produced 1,051,342,000 1957-D Lincoln pennies at the mint facility in Denver, Colorado. The Denver Mint produced its first coins in 1906, consisting of only silver and gold coins. The 1976 Lincoln Memorial penny has a diameter of 19.05 mm and weighs 2.5 grams. No reeding (bumps) can be found on the edges of the coin. Recent Hoarding by Collectors and Investors After the mint switched compositions of the Lincoln cent in 1982 due to high copper prices, the price of copper began to recede. Off-center 1976 D penny; in great condition and is a rare find! Learn more about this item More from this shop. See more You may also like. See more 2000 D Off-Center.
The standard 1776-1976 Kennedy half dollars are made of a clad composition that contains copper and nickel. Silver clad half dollars and silver clad proof half dollars were also minted and they sell for more money. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
This coin has a special design on the reverse side of the coin to celebrate the Bicentennial of the United States. The reverse side of the coin features an image of Independence Hall in Philadelphia. The obverse side of the coin features the same design as other Kennedy half dollars.
The US minted the 1776-1976 half dollar with no mint mark and also the 1776-1976 D half dollar, 1776-1976 S proof half dollar, 1776-1976 S silver half dollar, and 1776-1976 S silver proof half dollar.
1976 D Penny With Liberty Bell
Note: The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin above the date.
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 1776-1976 | Philadelphia | 234,308,000 |
| 1776-1976 D | Denver | 287,565,248 |
| 1776-1976 S Proof | San Francisco | 7,059,099 |
| 1776-1976 S Silver | San Francisco | 11,000,000 |
| 1776-1976 S Silver Proof | San Francisco | 4,000,000 |
Clad Half Dollars
The standard 1776-1976 clad half dollars in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.50. These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.
Both the 1776-1976 half dollar with no mint mark and the 1776-1976 D half dollar are each worth around $3 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade.
The 1776-1976 S proof half dollar is worth around $4 in PR 65 condition.
Silver Clad Half Dollars
This coin is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $4.03 as of February 09, 2021. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $27.26 per ounce.
The 1776-1976 S silver half dollar is worth around $8 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS 63.
The 1776-1976 S silver proof half dollar is worth around $12 in PR 65 condition.
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Grading System
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.
MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.
PR 65 proof- There are no flaws to this coin. A few blemishes may be present.
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See also:
1776-1976 Quarter
1776-1976 Silver Dollar
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1976 Lincoln Penny value at an average of 1 cent, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $0. (see details)...
Type:Lincoln Penny
Year:1976
Mint Mark: No mint mark
Face Value: 0.01 USD
Total Produced: 4,674,292,000 [?]
Silver Content: 0%
Numismatic Value: 1 cent to $0.35
Value: As a rough estimate of this coins value you can assume this coin in average condition will be valued at somewhere around 1 cent, while one in certified mint state (MS+) condition could bring as much as $0 at auction. This price does not reference any standard coin grading scale. So when we say average, we mean in a similar condition to other coins issued in 1976, and mint state meaning it is certified MS+ by one of the top coin grading companies. [?].
Additional Info: No notes have been attached.
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**When we say that 4,674,292,000, of these coins were produced or minted in 1976 this number doesn't always match the actual circulation count for this coin. The numbers come from the United States mint, and they don't reflect coins that have been melted, destroyed, or those that have never been released. Please keep that in mind.
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