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2001 Penny Value

When worn, every 2001 penny made for circulation (2 kinds) is typically worth about 1¢.

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Every 2001 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.

• 2001

  Philadelphia · 5 billion made

  1¢worn
• 2001-D

  Denver · 5.4 billion made

  1¢worn
• 2001-S Proof

  San Francisco · Proof · 3,184,606 made

  Proof

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

Mint marks

2001 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 2001 penny worth?

When worn, every 2001 penny made for circulation (2 kinds) is typically worth about 1¢. These are Penny Value estimates as of Q4 2026, for information only.

Where is the mint mark on a 2001 penny?

2001 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 2001 penny silver?

No. 2001 pennies are copper-plated zinc (97.5% zinc with a thin copper coat; about 2.50 g). They contain no silver.

Is a 2001 penny rare?

No. About 10.3 billion were made for circulation, so a normal 2001 penny is common. Condition (uncirculated, original red color) and errors decide any premium.

What 2001 penny errors are worth money?

No major 2001 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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