For more than 100 years, the Lincoln Wheat Cent , often just called the “wheat penny,” has sparked the interest of collectors — partially because of their rarity and partially because of their historic roots.

But the interest has also helped drive its value — so instead of being worth just 1 cent, they can value up to tens of thousands of dollars — depending on where you’re cashing in.

If you go to your local supermarket and use a wheat penny to buy a pack of gum, then you can’t expect to get more than a penny’s worth for your coin.

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However, if you take it to a coin dealer, you could get more.

History of the Lincoln Wheat Cent

Wheat pennies were first introduced in 1909 to celebrate former Preside

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