Penny production in the U.S. is grinding to a stop. More than 3 billion pennies were minted in the U.S. last year, but according to the U.S. Mint’s annual report from 2024, they’re now more expensive ...

For more than 100 years, the Lincoln Wheat Cent, often just called the “wheat penny,” has sparked the interest of collectors — partially because of their rarity and partially because of their historic ...

Let’s face it: Pennies are an annoyance to many Americans. Their main value as a currency is to help provide exact change, but most wind up in a drawer or jar and quickly forgotten. However, President ...

For more than 100 years, the Lincoln Wheat Cent, often just called the “wheat penny,” has sparked the interest of collectors — partially because of their rarity and partially because of their historic ...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent struck the final five pennies on Wednesday — each bearing a rare omega mark — ending U.S. penny production and creating collectors' items that could fetch millions at ...