Louisiana Treasure Hunt: 1982 Penny Could Be Worth Up to $20,000

🐊 KNGT 🐊 | Louisiana — Gather around all my Cajun Friends, the search for the 1982 Penny in Louisiana is on!! Crack open your piggy bank and start searching for a rare and expensive 1982 pennies that could be worth between $10,000 and $20,000! According to a JM Bullion article, that's a pretty good trade-off, a penny for twenty thousand dollars, and it might be in your bank.

What to look for with a 1982 Penny:

1. The Date The coin Was Made:

When it comes to the 82's, the date should be the first thing you search for. Without exception, be coined in 1982.

2. The Penny Mint Mark:

The 1982 You want to find the letter "D" right below the year 1982. This indicates that the coin was made in Denver, Colorado. I actually didn't know that's what it meant until now.

#3. 1982 Penny Weight:

This is a crucial part to be absolutely sure of. The weight of the penny must be about 3.1 grams. You are probably in the ballpark enough if your weight is 2.98 grams or above. To achieve the most exact weight, you should weigh your penny on a very delicate scale, like the one Jewelers, or your uncle that hasn't had a job in a while uses...

#4. 1982 Small Date Penny:

All right, so you have gathered all the 1982's that you can find, whats next? Assuming you've gotten beyond the previous three clues, this is what it all boils down to. From what ive seen, you'll need a magnifying glass or a phone with a good camera, along with an additional penny for comparison. The lettering and digits on this cent are noticeably smaller than those on a regular penny, which is what you're looking for.

If you checked all 4 boxes, take it to a local Louisiana coin shop to see if they can help you positively identify it. I know what ill be doing this weekend!!