What to Do With Your Pennies Before They’re Gone Forever

It was back in March when the internet was going crazy about the possibility of the beloved penny DISAPPEARING! Ok, maybe it was just me going crazy, but I know I wasn’t completely alone!

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In news that surprises no one, President Donald Trump once ordered the U.S. Treasury to stop minting pennies. Why? Because it literally costs more to make a penny than what it’s worth. 

But now you might be wondering—what the heck do we do with all the little pennies we found on the ground and picked up for good luck?!

Here’s the rundown on America’s Beloved Penny

So, according to online news sources, Old pennies are still legal tender. You can totally spend them… but should you?

Turns out, your dusty coin stash might be worth more than face value. Some people randomly inherit coin collections or find rare gems at estate sales. 

Most people underestimate how much loose change they’ve got. According to Coinstar, the average coin jar is worth $58. That’s like… three trips to Starbucks or a tank of gas.

So before you dump those pennies in a Coinstar bin or leave them in the couch cushions—double check. You might be sitting on some hidden treasure.