1965 Penny Value
A worn 1965 penny is worth about 4¢ for its copper. In everyday use it still spends as one cent, since melting cents isn't allowed.
Uncirculated ones bring 5–25¢, and a certified MS65 brings $10–20.
An ordinary one is worth a few cents at most. Check the date and mint mark closely for the varieties below before spending it.
Value by mint mark
| Coin | Made | Worn | Uncirculated | MS65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 (no mint mark, made in Denver) | 973,364,900 | 4¢ | 5–25¢ | $10–20 |
| 1965 (no mint mark, made in Philadelphia) | 301,470,000 | 4¢ | 5–25¢ | $10–20 |
| 1965 (no mint mark, made in San Francisco) | 220,030,000 | 4¢ | 5–25¢ | $10–20 |
Worn means a coin with normal wear from circulation. Uncirculated means no wear at all (MS60 to MS63). MS65 is a certified, near-flawless coin. Cent values in MS65 are for coins with full original red color. Prices tied to silver update with the live silver price.
Find the mint mark
No mint mark on any cent.
What it's made of
- Brass (95% copper, 5% zinc), 3.11 grams, about 4¢ of copper
Melting cents and nickels is not allowed under U.S. Mint rules, so copper and nickel value is a guide only.
Varieties and errors to check
There are no widely collected varieties for 1965 pennies. Condition and mint mark are what set the value.
Mintage
| Coin | Type | Mintage |
|---|---|---|
| 1965 (no mint mark, made in Denver) | For circulation | 973,364,900 |
| 1965 (no mint mark, made in Philadelphia) | For circulation | 301,470,000 |
| 1965 (no mint mark, made in San Francisco) | For circulation | 220,030,000 |
| 1965 (no mint mark, made in San Francisco) | Special Mint Set | 2,360,000 |
Questions
Is a 1965 penny silver?
No. 1965 pennies are made of brass (95% copper, 5% zinc).
Which 1965 penny is worth the most?
Among regular coins, the 1965 (no mint mark, made in Denver) is worth the most, about $10–20 in MS65.
Where is the mint mark on a 1965 penny?
No mint mark on any cent.
Check real sales
Recent sold listings show what coins in your condition actually bring: see sold 1965 pennies on eBay.
Other coins from 1965: 1965 quarter, 1965 dime, 1965 half dollar.
More Lincoln cents: all years and mintages.
Values checked October 7, 2026 against several public price guides and auction results. How values work.