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The Penny Is Officially Gone: What It Means for Collectors and Coin Roll Hunters

July 21, 2026 by Jesse Coins

The U.S. Mint struck its last circulating penny in November 2025. Here is what actually changes for everyday cash, and why it is a good moment to know what to look for if you collect or roll hunt.

Categories Mint & Government News, News Tags circulating coinage, Coin Roll Hunting, Lincoln cent history, lincoln wheat cent, penny discontinued

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