Most 2004 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.

2004 Penny

Specifications

Type: Lincoln Penny
Year: 2004
Face Value: $0.01
Composition: 99.2% zinc, 0.8% copper
Total Weight: 2.5 grams

The US minted the 2004 penny with no mint mark and also the 2004 D penny and 2004 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
2004 Philadelphia 3,379,600,000
2004 D Denver 3,456,400,000
2004 S Proof San Francisco 2,965,422

Value

Most 2004 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.01. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.

The 2004 penny with no mint mark and the 2004 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS-65RD grade.

The 2004 S proof penny is worth around $4 in PR-65RD 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-65RD proof- There are no flaws to this coin. A few blemishes may be present. The color is red.

 

Sources:

The Red Book


See also:

2005 Penny
2003 Penny
2002 Penny