Penny production in the U.S. is grinding to a stop. More than 3 billion pennies were minted in the U.S. last year, but according to the U.S. Mint’s annual report from 2024, they’re now more expensive ...

The U.S. Treasury Department announced plans to discontinue the penny, with production set to cease in early 2026. Over time, merchants might refuse accepting them. But before you get rid of that ...

While most pennies are worth only one cent, some rare variations can fetch a large sum at auction. With the penny on its way out, you may want to consider checking your coin jar for rare cent ...