1929 penny

Discussion in 'What's it Worth' started by man00, Jul 8, 2026 at 9:35 AM.

  1. man00

    man00 New Member

    Found this in cedar chest, any value? Thanks
     

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  3. Michael K

    Michael K Well-Known Member

    In that condition maybe .30 cents. But no coin shop is going to pay that,
    if they are buying they might give you a dime.
    Show both sides and use full image option.
    Condition is one of the most important factors, and also rarity.
    While this is an old coin, it's common and in bad condition.
     
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  4. Randy Abercrombie

    Randy Abercrombie Supporter! Supporter

    It's a great coin to start building a collection from!
     
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  5. Spark1951

    Spark1951 Accomplishment, not Activity

    The rim is still separate from the design, so maybe VG10 grade.

    Go to numismedia.com to find the fair market value. But as @Michael K said, no shop will pay more than a dime in that grade. A buyer looking to fill a hole in a type set might go more, but not much more.
     
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  6. man00

    man00 New Member

    Thanks for the info, the coin is actually in very good shape the pic wasn't so good.
    I have fruit jar about 3/4 full of old pennies I'll add it to them once full I will put those in proper storage
    Thanks again
     
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  7. Spark1951

    Spark1951 Accomplishment, not Activity

    I’ve processed many jars full of old pennies and I found corrosion growing in the center of several. I immediately removed them to proper storage (flips minimum, capsules maximum) and deep sixing the coins causing the corrosion. My goal is to conserve/preserve deserving coins. You may have a different goal but I believe this will help more short term.

    When you take them out of the jar to get them into proper storage, lay out an old soft hand towel and pour them slowly out onto the towel. This will minimize introducing any additional contact marks onto either the surface fields or the design elements, and using white cotton gloves is also a good practice (these things can be really dirty and grimy).

    Good Luck!
     
  8. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    Despite its age it’s considered a common date. Not much value but nice to have.
    Welcome to CT.
     
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