Jesse01 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 What would make a 1972 penny or any cent coin valuable to a collector? What can you tell me about a 1972 no mint mark penny? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldhair Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Your coin is worth one cent. ThePhiladelphiaPenny 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse01 Posted May 22 Author Share Posted May 22 On 5/22/2024 at 1:56 PM, ldhair said: Your coin is worth one cent. Thanks for your OPINION. ThePhiladelphiaPenny 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenstang Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Not much to tell, there were nearly 3 BILLION minted in Philadelphia alone so they are not rare. It is made of a copper alloy and weighs 3.11g with a tolerance of +- .12g. Diameter of 19 mm. Unless it is the major DDO, it would have to be a high grade ( MS 67+) to have much value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VKurtB Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Seriously, there is no there there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l.cutler Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 (edited) As stated, very common coin with no numismatic value. Edited May 22 by l.cutler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Bob Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 On 5/22/2024 at 12:10 PM, Jesse01 said: What would make a 1972 penny or any cent coin valuable to a collector? Condition, rarity, demand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VKurtB Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 On 5/22/2024 at 10:06 PM, Just Bob said: Condition, rarity, demand And this one has none of the three. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post The Neophyte Numismatist Posted May 23 Popular Post Share Posted May 23 @Jesse01 Welcome. Based on your responses, it is clear that you are new this (and there is nothing wrong with being new). My suggestion is to forget about what your coins are worth. If you want to collect from change, have fun with it and expect nothing in return but fun and education. As you deepen your education, you will be able to ask more technical questions for more specific answers. Learn the series you collect, learn to grade and spot a quality coin, and learn the market... some posts about supposed offers you are getting are laughable to those of us that know the three things I just mentioned. I know your urge will be to argue with me will be strong, as this seems to be your MO. However, as you grow in this hobby, you will learn I am telling you the truth. I would ask you to take a breath, and read to understand what I am saying and hopefully you can resist the urge to fight... and cultivate the skill to understand. I wish you luck. l.cutler, Jesse01 and Sandon 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWB Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 (edited) On 5/22/2024 at 2:10 PM, Jesse01 said: What would make a 1972 penny or any cent coin valuable to a collector? If it were the strongest 1972 doubled die variety, or had a highly visible striking error such as a large clip. Certainly not the cloying background. Please crop your future photos to just the coin. Edited May 24 by RWB Jesse01 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powermad5000 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 Hello and welcome Jesse! As it seems you are new at this, great to have another new person coming into the hobby! Before digging into "what its worth", I would like to say you will find the answer to that and many other questions through proper research and education. I suggest to you to get the current copy of the Red Book of United States Coins. The 78th Edition for 2025 is already available and can be found easily through an internet search, on eBay, or at Wizard Coin Supply. I would shop around a little bit as there are some considerable price differences among different sellers. It is not a super expensive book but the information in it is worth more than the cost of the book. Good education is invaluable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cladking Posted June 6 Share Posted June 6 It looks like a lightly tarnished mint set coin whose appearance would be improved with a soak in acetone. As such it is only slightly better than average in most regards. If it cleans up OK there are still several hundred thousand better looking 1972 cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Meenderink Posted June 6 Share Posted June 6 On 5/23/2024 at 1:25 PM, The Neophyte Numismatist said: @Jesse01 Welcome. Based on your responses, it is clear that you are new this (and there is nothing wrong with being new). My suggestion is to forget about what your coins are worth. If you want to collect from change, have fun with it and expect nothing in return but fun and education. As you deepen your education, you will be able to ask more technical questions for more specific answers. Learn the series you collect, learn to grade and spot a quality coin, and learn the market... some posts about supposed offers you are getting are laughable to those of us that know the three things I just mentioned. I know your urge will be to argue with me will be strong, as this seems to be your MO. However, as you grow in this hobby, you will learn I am telling you the truth. I would ask you to take a breath, and read to understand what I am saying and hopefully you can resist the urge to fight... and cultivate the skill to understand. I wish you luck. Neo is now the forum therapist. Please refer any and all manic or delusional OPs to his office. Hours are M-F 10am -3pm. Most insurance accepted. powermad5000 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
