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Lincoln Memorial cent1970s Penny Value
Most pennies from the 1970s are common and worth a few cents when worn. The ones worth looking for are the 1970-S Doubled Die Obverse Penny (about $200 when worn, a rough estimate from few sales), the 1972 Doubled Die Obverse Penny (about $45.00 when worn), the 1971 Doubled Die Obverse Penny (about $35.00 when worn, a rough estimate from few sales) and the 1970-S Penny, Small Date, high 7 (about $1.60 when worn, a rough estimate from few sales).
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Every year of the 1970s
Typical value when worn (Good to Very Fine) of the common coins of each year. Values as of Q4 2026 · Penny Value estimates · not an offer to buy.
| Year | Typical worn value | Worth looking for |
|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 4¢ | 1970-S Doubled Die Obverse, 1970-S Small Date (high 7) |
| 1971 | 4¢ | 1971 Doubled Die Obverse |
| 1972 | 4¢ | 1972 Doubled Die Obverse |
| 1973 | 4¢ | — |
| 1974 | 4¢ | — |
| 1975 | 4¢ | — |
| 1976 | 4¢ | — |
| 1977 | 4¢ | — |
| 1978 | 4¢ | — |
| 1979 | 4¢ | — |