Where were 1940 pennies made?

The 1940 penny had, for its time, the highest mintage of all pennies. Here’s a breakdown of how many 1940 pennies were made at each U.S. Mint: There were also 15,872 proof specimens of the 1940 penny made at the Philadelphia Mint — back then, virtually all proofs were made in Philly, not San Francisco. Are 1940 Wheat Pennies Rare?

Do you have a 1940 Penny?

1940 pennies turn up every now and then in pocket change, bank rolls, and other places in circulation — so chances are fairly good that you may have a 1940 wheat penny or two in your possession. Today I’m going to answer common questions about 1940 pennies, including: How much is a 1940 penny worth? How many 1940 pennies were made?

Are 1940 wheat pennies worth anything?

Denver struck the fewest of the three varieties of 1940 wheat pennies. Higher value is noted with coins lightly circulated and better condition. These old pennies tend to accumulate debris within the lettering and date areas, a pleasing coin is noted as having little buildup or problems. "S" Mintmark Under Date: San Francisco Mint Struck the Coin