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1982 Penny (Lincoln Cent): Small Date vs Large Date Rare Coin Guide.
Are you sitting on a fortune? In this video, we dive into the fascinating world of 1982 Lincoln cents—a key date in numismatic history!
0:00 Introduction: Why 1982 coins are special
0:20 Transition from bronze to zinc and new varieties
0:45 All 7 varieties of 1982 cents
1:00 How to spot Small Date vs Large Date (numeral differences)
1:13 Weight difference: Bronze (3.11g) vs Zinc (2.5g)
1:44 The rarest coin: 1982-P Small Date Copper
2:10 Record sale of over $6,000 at auction
In 1982, the US Mint transitioned from bronze to copper-plated zinc pennies due to rising copper costs, creating seven distinct varieties including the rare 1982 Small Date and Large Date. Watch to learn how to spot the differences and identify valuable coins:
✅ Bronze vs. Zinc: How to tell the difference using a scale (Weight check: 3.11g vs 2.5g).
✅ Small Date vs. Large Date: Visual cues for the date numerals (The number "2" is key!).
✅ The $6,000 Rarity: Keep an eye out for the elusive 1982 P Small Date Copper cent in high grade!
Don't spend your 1982 pennies until you watch this! Which variety do you have? Let us know in the comments!
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