1917 Penny Value
A worn 1917 penny with no mint mark sells for about 25¢–$1.
Uncirculated, that coin brings $20–40, and a certified MS65 brings $375–600. The 1917-D is worth the most: about $1–6 even when worn.
It's worth more than face value even when worn. Compare it with the table and check for the varieties below before selling. The 1917-D is worth the most in worn condition, so check the mint mark first.
Value by mint mark
| Coin | Made | Worn | Uncirculated | MS65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917-D | 55,120,000 | $1–6 | $75–175 | $1,500–3,000 |
| 1917 (no mint mark) | 196,429,785 | 25¢–$1 | $20–40 | $375–600 |
| 1917-S | 32,620,000 | $1–3 | $90–200 | $12,000–20,000 |
Worn means a coin with normal wear from circulation. Uncirculated means no wear at all (MS60 to MS63). MS65 is a certified, near-flawless coin. Cent values in MS65 are for coins with full original red color. Prices tied to silver update with the live silver price.
Find the mint mark
Front of the coin, just below the date. Philadelphia cents have no letter, and neither do the 1964 cents struck in San Francisco or the cents struck at West Point from 1974.
What it's made of
- Bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc), 3.11 grams, about 4¢ of copper
Melting cents and nickels is not allowed under U.S. Mint rules, so copper and nickel value is a guide only.
Varieties and errors to check
1917 doubled die obverse
Look for: Clear doubling on IN GOD WE TRUST and the date.
A well-known doubled die worth far more than a normal 1917.
Typical value: $150–1,000
Mintage
| Coin | Type | Mintage |
|---|---|---|
| 1917-D | For circulation | 55,120,000 |
| 1917 (no mint mark) | For circulation | 196,429,785 |
| 1917-S | For circulation | 32,620,000 |
Questions
Is a 1917 penny silver?
No. 1917 pennies are made of bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc).
Which 1917 penny is worth the most?
Among regular coins, the 1917-S is worth the most, about $12,000–20,000 in MS65. The 1917 doubled die obverse is the one to look for: typical examples sell for $150–1,000.
Where is the mint mark on a 1917 penny?
Front of the coin, just below the date. Philadelphia cents have no letter, and neither do the 1964 cents struck in San Francisco or the cents struck at West Point from 1974.
Check real sales
Recent sold listings show what coins in your condition actually bring: see sold 1917 pennies on eBay.
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Values checked October 7, 2026 against several public price guides and auction results. How values work.