1943 Bronze Lincoln Penny Minted by mistake during WWII, this coin is already rare—but recent interest sparked by Trump-era talk of reviving U.S. manufacturing has collectors speculating on its future value.
1974 Aluminum Penny Originally created as a cost-saving measure, this coin was never officially released. With Trump pushing cost-efficiency in government, collectors believe similar policies could boost demand for this lost prototype.
1909-S VDB Penny One of the most sought-after pennies in the world. Trump's "America First" nostalgia has reignited interest in early American mints and rare symbols of heritage.
1955 Double Die Penny Known for its minting error, it’s now a hot commodity. Trump’s push for reform in minting standards has brought renewed attention to classic flaws that became treasures.
1982 Small Date Copper Penny With Trump questioning the elimination of the penny during his administration, coins like this—caught between the copper-to-zinc transition—have surged in value.
1992 Close AM Penny This small variation in design was a quiet mistake—until collectors, energized by Trump’s “drain the swamp” rhetoric, began digging into overlooked details in U.S. minting.
Any Pre-1982 Copper Penny These pennies are 95% copper, and with Trump’s policies on metals and tariffs, collectors speculate their metal value could soon outweigh their face value—making them a hidden jackpot.