A Rare Penny list includes some of the most valuable coins sought by collectors. Prominent examples are: 1909-S VDB Lincoln St. 1943 Copper Penny 1955 doubled dead Lincoln St. 1972 double dye penny 1992 Close AM Penny Each of these coins is rare due to mining errors, low production numbers or unique characteristics. Checking old collections, coin rolls and pocket changes can help collectors search for these hidden treasures.