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By 1917, you couldn't buy a lot with just one penny: one popular item was penny candy, and many candy stores had jars of it; there were also a few toys that still cost a penny. And you could still mail a post card for one cent. But although there were fewer things that cost one cent, there were some that you could buy for two or three pennies. Many newspapers in 1917 cost two cents (some had begun raising their rates from one cent to two cents as paper became more expensive); postage stamps were also generally two cents. And if you could come up with five pennies (or a nickel), you could see a movie-- although not in the best seats.
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What would a penny buy in 1851?
Probably a loaf of bread! hehe
What is the value of a 1917 lincoln head penny?
Average value is 25 to 50 cents. The 1917 Lincoln (Not Head) cent is a high mintage, common date.
What is the value of a 1917 Lincoln Wheat penny with a S below the date and is lighter than a normal penny but with less shine?
Assuming your 1917-S Lincoln cent is genuine, then in average circulated condition, it's worth 30-50 cents. Lighter (in color) and less shine probably means it has been cleaned improperly and most collectors would not be interested.
What is the Value of 1917 copper wheat penny?
Value is 3 to 10 cents for average circulated coins.
What is the value of a 1917 Indian head penny?
It would be a spectacular find because the last Indian head cents were made in 1909. Please check again and post a new question.
What are the release dates for The Penny Philanthropist - 1917?
The Penny Philanthropist - 1917 was released on: USA: 24 September 1917
When was A Penny's History created?
A Penny's History was created in 1917.
Who would buy a 1967 penny?
A coin collector who had one missing from his collection would probably buy one. The British 1967 Penny is the last Penny to be minted prior to the introduction of decimal currency in Britain.
What does a 1917 penny look like?
The front of a 1917 penny looks very similar to a present day penny. The reverse had shafts of wheat with ONE CENT and THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
What is the value of a 1917 georgivs penny?
5.00
What would 1 penny buy in 1898?
Back in 1898, one penny would buy many things. One penny would buy a daily newspaper, two eggs, three or four candy sticks, a half-loaf of bread, or and entire loaf of day old bread in 1898.
How do you tell if a 1917 penny is proof?
If its from the 170000 ! Iguess.
How much is a 1917 copper wheat penny?
$0.01
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.
What would a penny buy in 1851?
Probably a loaf of bread! hehe
Where can you cash a 1957 penny?
A coin dealer would have to buy it (or you could sell it via eBay or craigslist) but at most that penny is worth 3 cents. It is a really common penny and most likely you would find no one wanting to buy it for over a cent.
What is the value of a 1917 British New Penny?
The British New Penny coin was first issued in 1971.
