The U.S. Mint is auctioning the last pennies--and they could sell for millions

Technology The U.S. Mint is auctioning the last pennies--and they could sell for millions Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. In everyday transactions, a one cent penny is worth exactly its face value. But as any coin collector knows, some pennies are worth more than others. For example, a single mint-condition 1909 Lincoln wheat penny is currently valued at around $21, while an even rarer "Indian Head" penny from 1859 can sell for as much as $986. While it's unclear how much the very last pennies ever produced are worth, purchasing them at an upcoming auction will undoubtedly cost much more than pocket change.