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2002 Penny Value

When worn, every 2002 penny made for circulation (2 kinds) is typically worth about 1¢.

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Every 2002 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.

• 2002

  Philadelphia · 3.3 billion made

  1¢worn
• 2002-D

  Denver · 4 billion made

  1¢worn
• 2002-S Proof

  San Francisco · Proof · 3,211,995 made

  Proof

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

Mint marks

2002 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 2002 penny worth?

When worn, every 2002 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 2002 penny?

2002 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 2002 penny silver?

No. 2002 pennies are copper-plated zinc (97.5% zinc with a thin copper coat; about 2.50 g). They contain no silver.

Is a 2002 penny rare?

No. About 7.3 billion were made for circulation, so a normal 2002 penny is common. Condition (uncirculated, original red color) and errors decide any premium.

What 2002 penny errors are worth money?

No major 2002 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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