Coin and Paper Money Collecting/double-stamped penny

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QUESTION: Hi Joe,
I have a 1981 D penny that was double stamped at the top of Lincoln's head. The second stamp added a small extension to the penny above his head and clearly shows the bottom of his shirt in this area. How much might this be worth?
Thanks
Michael

ANSWER: Hi Michael,

Are all the details of the coin double stamped or just the parts you mentioned?  What about the date  and IN GOLD WE TRUST?

I would really have to see it to give a value.

Regards
Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US

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QUESTION: I'm attaching a picture of the penny.
Thanks again
Michael

Answer
Hi Michael,

These are quite common.  Great conversation piece, but not worth a whole lot of money.  They trade for $2-3 on eBay on a regular basis.

I actually have a handful of them that were part of a collection I acquired.

But, you never know what they will be worth in the future so hold onto it.

Regards
Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US

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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.

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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US

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PCGS, NGC, Rotary

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Physician's Money Digest

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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

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Paul Harris Fellow

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