This is part of why the 1858 Canadian Large Cent isn't just a coin; it's a rare collector's gem, with just 421,000 ever minted. ... The 1858 Large Cent is also hefty compared to today's coins.

The U.S. Treasury will soon cease penny production, a change sparked by the disparity between the coin’s production cost and monetary value. While pennies can still be used as currency, the halt has ...

Large cent coins, created from 1793 to 1857, have the potential to fetch, well, a pretty penny. An uncirculated 1799 Draped Bust could get up to $210,000.

The nearly 4 cent price tag is up 20.2% from the Mint’s 2023 report, when a penny cost just over 3 cents. Cost of the nickel Each nickel costs nearly 14 cents ($0.1378) to make and distribute.

While most pennies are worth only one cent, some rare variations can fetch a large sum at auction. With the penny on its way out, you may want to consider checking your coin jar for rare cent ...

The nearly 4 cent price tag is up 20.2% from the Mint's 2023 report, when a penny cost just over 3 cents. Cost of the nickel Each nickel costs nearly 14 cents ($0.1378) to make and distribute.

While most pennies are worth only one cent, some rare variations can fetch a large sum at auction. With the penny on its way out, you may want to consider checking your coin jar for rare cent ...