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In the realm of rare coin collecting, few tales spark as much intrigue as the supposed “$3.6 billion Lincoln Wheat Penny.” It’s the kind of legend that makes people dig through piggy banks, raid penny jars, and inspect pocket change with renewed curiosity. While the jaw-dropping value attached to this mythical coin is pure exaggeration, the … Read more
Year/Mint Est. Value Range Reason 1943 Copper (P, D, S) $100,000 – $1.7 million Accidental minting with copper instead of steel 1909-S VDB $1,000 – $120,000 First year issue with low mintage and VDB initials 1914-D $300 – $50,000 Low production from Denver mint 1922 No D $500 – $25,000 Minting error—missing “D” on a … Read more
In the coin collecting world, few topics spark as much excitement as the rumor of a Lincoln Wheat Penny supposedly worth a staggering $7 billion. While such an amount is pure fantasy, the idea underscores a real fascination: that an ordinary-looking penny could actually be a hidden treasure. This article dives deep into the legacy … Read more
Year/Type Estimated Value Why It’s Valuable 1943 Copper Penny $100,000 – $1.7 million Minting error during a wartime metal change 1909-S VDB $1,000 – $120,000 First year of issue, with initials of designer V.D. Brenner 1914-D $300 – $50,000 Low mintage and high collector demand 1922 Plain $500 – $25,000 No visible mint mark from … Read more
Imagine the shock of realizing a penny you’ve had sitting in a jar, collecting dust for years, is actually worth millions. It may sound far-fetched, but for some lucky coin finders, that’s exactly what happened. A rare version of the Lincoln Wheat Penny has fetched a jaw-dropping $3.1 million at auction — and it could still … Read more
Imagine casually checking your pocket change and spotting an old penny—only to discover it’s worth a staggering $2 million. While it sounds like something from a dream, this is the reality for a select few who have come across one of the rarest coins in American history: the Lincoln Wheat Penny. These unassuming copper coins, … Read more
WALDORF, Md. — Local students will have the opportunity to showcase their creativity and speak out against tobacco use at a special event on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities, Inc., together with the Nu Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® and the Charles County Department … Read more
Imagine stumbling upon a penny so rare that it could change your life forever. That’s exactly what happened to a young boy while visiting his grandfather. What started as an ordinary afternoon ended in the discovery of a coin worth more than most luxury homes—a true treasure hidden in plain sight. A Rainy Day, a … Read more
It’s tax refund season—and for many Americans, that means eagerly checking their bank accounts for that long-awaited deposit from the IRS. But how long should you expect to wait? And is there any way to speed up the process? Even in the best-case scenario, the IRS typically needs up to 21 days to process your … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced the next round of retirement benefit payments for May 2025, with some retirees set to receive up to $5,108. While this maximum amount is reserved for high earners who delayed retirement, millions of other beneficiaries will also see their monthly payments hit their accounts soon. Here’s what you … Read more
