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Lincoln Shield cent2021 Penny Value
When worn, every 2021 penny made for circulation (2 kinds) is typically worth about 1¢.
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Every 2021 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.
- 2021Philadelphia · 3.9 billion made1¢worn
- 2021-DDenver · 4 billion made1¢worn
- 2021-S ProofSan Francisco · Proof · 816,662 made
The proof penny listed here was sold to collectors in sets, so you won't normally find it in change.
Mint marks
2021 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 2021 penny worth?
When worn, every 2021 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 2021 penny?
2021 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 2021 penny silver or copper?
2021 pennies are copper-plated zinc (97.5% zinc with a thin copper coat; about 2.50 g). They contain no silver.
Is a 2021 penny rare?
No. About 7.9 billion were made for circulation, so a normal 2021 penny is common. Condition (uncirculated, original red color) and errors decide any premium.
What 2021 penny errors are worth money?
No major 2021 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.