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1959 Penny Value

When worn, every 1959 penny made for circulation (2 kinds) is typically worth about 4¢.

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Every 1959 penny

Worn = typical value when worn (Good to Very Fine); MS-60 = uncirculated. Values as of Q4 2026 · Penny Value estimates · not an offer to buy.

• 1959

  Philadelphia · 609.7 million made

  4¢worn
• 1959-D

  Denver · 1.3 billion made

  4¢worn
• 1959 Proof

  Philadelphia · Proof · 1,149,291 made

  Proof

The proof penny listed here was sold to collectors in sets, so you won't normally find it in change.

Mint marks

1959 pennies for circulation were struck in Philadelphia (no mint mark) and Denver (mint mark D). The mint mark is below the date, on the front.

Questions

How much is a 1959 penny worth?

When worn, every 1959 penny made for circulation (2 kinds) is typically worth about 4¢. These are Penny Value estimates as of Q4 2026, for information only.

Where is the mint mark on a 1959 penny?

1959 pennies for circulation were struck in Philadelphia (no mint mark) and Denver (mint mark D). The mint mark is below the date, on the front.

Is a 1959 penny silver or copper?

Regular 1959 pennies are bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc; about 3.11 g). A silver-colored 1959 penny has usually been plated or altered after it left the Mint.

Is a 1959 penny rare?

No. About 1.9 billion were made for circulation, so a normal 1959 penny is common. Condition (uncirculated, original red color) and errors decide any premium.

What 1959 penny errors are worth money?

No major 1959 variety is listed on this page. Errors such as off-center strikes, die cracks and clipped planchets can happen on any date; their value depends on the error and condition.

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