Most 1980 Lincoln pennies aren't valuable. However these pennies can sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. Keep reading to learn more about these one cent coins.

1980 Penny

Specifications

Type: Lincoln Penny
Year: 1980
Face Value: $0.01
Composition: 95% copper, 5% zinc
Total Weight: 3.11 grams

The US minted the 1980 penny with no mint mark and also the 1980 D penny and 1980 S proof penny. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin below the date.

Series Location Quantity Minted
1980 Philadelphia 7,414,705,000
1980 D Denver 5,140,098,660
1980 S Proof San Francisco 3,554,806

Value

Most 1980 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their weight in copper. The current copper melt value for each penny is about $0.02. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.

The 1980 penny with no mint mark and the 1980 D penny are each worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS-65RD grade.

The 1980 S proof penny is worth around $10 in PR-67RD condition.

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Grading System

MS-65RD gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable. The color is red.

PR-67RD proof- There are no flaws to this coin. A few blemishes may be present. The color is red.

 

Sources:

The Red Book


See also:

1981 Penny
1979 Penny
1978 Penny