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The first official US cents were made in 1793. Before that there were other coins such as the famous 1787 "Fugio" cent.
It's difficult to determine purchasing power because the jobs and consumer goods of that era has almost nothing in common with today's. Depending on what you look at, though, various measures put a 1793 penny's purchasing power anywhere from $5 to about $20 in modern terms.
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How much is a 1843 copper wheat penny worth?
The first wheat cents were made in 1909.
How much was the first US penny worth?
it was worth 1cent but now its worth bout a half mil.
Why is the 1914D penny worth so much?
Only 1,193,000 were made, that's why.
How much is 1941 three penny piece worth?
These weren't made in 1941.
How much is the a penny from 1811 worth?
A penny from the 1811 is worth $150.00 to $1,110.00.
How much is a 1843 copper wheat penny worth?
The first wheat cents were made in 1909.
How much is a '1917 buffalo penny' worth?
Sorry no Buffalo penny's were ever made, Buffalo Nickels were made in 1917 and are worth $5.00-$14.00 depending on condition.
How much is a 1971 penny made in San Francisco worth?
1¢
How much is a golden penny worth?
The U.S. Mint has never issued a golden penny.
How much was the first US penny worth?
it was worth 1cent but now its worth bout a half mil.
How much is Eevee first edition Pokemon card worth?
it is worth about $20
How much is 1941 three penny piece worth?
These weren't made in 1941.
Why is the 1914D penny worth so much?
Only 1,193,000 were made, that's why.
How much is a 2007 penny worth?
It's worth one penny.
How much does a 1957 penny worth?
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How much is 2009 penny worth?
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How much is a 2013 penny worth?
A penny minted in 2013 is worth a penny, or 1 cent.
