1988 penny to look for! Transitional penny!

We talk about 1988 penny to look for and cover transitional coins: what they are and what to look for.
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[@SilverDog-zl9wm]

Another cool story. I've heard of several of these coins but didn't know there was a name for the category. I've been specifically looking for a no-FG for several months. I'm more excited than ever and look forward to continuing my search and looking out for other transitionals too!

[@bigslim3167]

Yes, I’ve known about this variety and always check for them. Great info about the silver planchette varieties.

[@steelwoolqueen]

I had never heard of this transition before. Thanks for teaching me something new as always!

[@triedlikesilver]

I did know about this actually. I have a whole bag of 1988's and 1989's to check for this variety. Maybe ill do that tonight during the stream. Thank you J&B!

[@MichaelEFinds]

I have done a few penny box hunts and have looked for the FG translational error. With varying condition of the ones I compare mostly looking for the series. Thanks J&B! I love your informative videos!👍

[@HandsomeJoe]

I knew about the 1988 and 1989 pennies. I've yet to find these error coins, but I'll definitely keep looking. Thanks for your knowledge. And the quarter and half info is awesome. 😎

[@montanatreasurehunter9600]

I check the initials on all my 88's thanks to you J&B and I'm always checking for AM varieties.

[@lucillekenney8311]

I'd like to learn more about the AM varieties. I'm not sure what to look for, i.e., when the transition is an error.

[@janicewoolery328]

I had no idea about the transitional error on the 1988 Penny. I will definitely be keeping a close eye out for for it. thank you so much J&B for great information as always, glad to see you back you were definitely missed.

[@Breeze4me]

I had no idea about this variety for the 1988 penny. I will pay more attention. Thank you JBCOINSINC😊

[@monte4150]

I often wonder how many coins I sent back when I didn't know better crh. Lol Your video should remind us all to weigh our coins. Takes more time, but I feel better knowing I went through them with out second guessing. Thanks J and B! Another really informative video.

[@matthewcouch2554]

Fellow coin enthusiastic here, really dig your channel my man. I've found 4 2019 W quarters so far in stellar condition. Time to look for the '88 penny or at least add it to the list. Subscribed and liked!!

[@richardfarris1942]

I had heard of the transitional coin. i find all you teach us in the coin comlecting world very cool and appreciated

[@kokip2136]

l have 1988.coind .one cent

[@terrysherwood6333]

Hi J&B...I knew nothing about these coins before I watched this video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge, and as always I appreciate it. The first chance I get I will be checking my 80's. Good day

[@raynelandstrom5197]

I loved this video. You explain transitional very well. 1988 has gotten pretty famous, for all kinds of varieties,!

[@lamielynn1125]

I did know about this transitional error on the penny, but only because of you two ;-) I have about gone blind looking for a tiny stem on a G on these darn pennies 🥴 Nothing yet, but I'm not done lookin' 😉 So glad y'all are back ❤

[@thunderbird3694]

Thanks J&B, I will need to go through my pennies again

[@annettehall1569]

I did not know about the transitional error before watching this video. Thank you! I will be sure to pay close attention to my coins.

[@suellenchapin7620]

What an informative video. I knew nothing about this transitional penny before now, but I will be on the look out for it.

[@glasstron6534]

I recently found this on your coin list, and have been keeping an eye out for them. Thanks J & B

[@lucillekenney8311]

He has a coin list?

[@barbarar1920]

Dear J and Mrs B I did not know about these transitional coins that u mentioned. Thank you for bringing this topic to our attention. I'll be looking.

[@ozenterprise]

Transitionals are some of the best finds! Although mine are usually pretty dingy and scratched up, that's my luck lol, love peace and chicken grease!

[@eddiestuder7593]

I had no idea this was an error. I got about 15 rolls the other day in a box of customer wrapped rolls that were someones '80's collection. I WILL be going through those soon. Thank you for the info.

[@snapap690]

What?? Another transitional coin? I think I have several 88s I've looked at through my microscope for DDO and DDR. But have since been put in wrappers. Ill have to search them again. More great information. Glad to see you back

[@kennyspringer7668]

Never know about this variety but I did find a 1988 the other day that looks suspicious I will be checking it thank you for the information

[@tleav61]

Always well done, at JB Coins. Thanks again.

[@marleyteee9617]

I can’t tell you how happy this video makes me!! My husband and I argue about this all the time: “it’s not listed as a variety, so it’s nothing”. To which, I always say: “maybe I’m the first to see it!?” Ahhhhh YEEEESSSS!! 😈😎 Thank you! I’ll See you guys later tonight... I have to check my ‘88’s, and forward this video to a certain someone. LOL Thank you! 😏😉😂

[@albertsummerall8879]

Learned a lot about transitional coins. Will be looking.

[@robertfitts6765]

I did not know about the 1988 variety, now I do. Thanks for the great information.

[@susunque2245]

Awesome explanation!😯specifically to us..newbies! 🤗After coming across this video again..I watched it. I love learning something new. I believe it's been approximately a year now since I dropped my obsession with rocks!😄 This was definitely Greek to me..but with good info I just jotted d ok wn..just wanna say I appreciate coming across knowledgeable and honest folk like I watch on another KZbin channel! water initially appear to be Greek To Me by watching these videos and I also look forward to see two looking at the beginning videos so I may educate myself some more. Thanks for sharing!! #stilllearnin@60sumthin🙄

[@mr.coinsack826]

Wow I did not know about this transitional error at all! Will keep eyes out now for sure! Thanks!

[@TheFergieferg22]

Wow, that's a pretty sweet find. I am going to start saving all of those pennies too. I have so many right now. Haha.

[@keithsparling5537]

Excellent video!!! Very informative! Just the facts Ma'm... you deliver! Well done, and I appreciate it very much. Guys like you inspire new folks like myself! Thanks for your inspirstional videos!

[@roberthenry731]

Yes I knew about this variety but have yet to find one! Shucks..........Thanks J&B!!

[@njlooksee]

I did not know what a transitional variety was. I also didn’t know about the 88 error penny. Thanks!

[@michelleking2872]

I have been collecting 1988 pennies for the last several years!!!! Got 27 that I am about to inspect

[@davidcarlisle3384]

Very good information JBCOINSINC 👍 and thank you for the video 👍. I knew about most of the transitional errors but I didn’t know about this one. Thank You again 👍😊

[@dorissorensen5657]

Very cool information I didn't know anything about transitional coins. Great information thank you

[@DCBingo]

Yes, i did know about the 1988 FG variety before watching this video. Great information about transitional errors.

[@sethwilliams3630]

I have known about them but yet to find one. Another great video, Thank you!

[@frogalleyracing457]

Sold a complete set, of all 7 "P" varieties, a few years ago. Still have a few, including an unlisted variety, all found while CRH. Never found a "D". At one point, I was finding them, at an average rate of 1 in every 10,000 cents searched. It's been almost a year, since I found my last one, searching 2500 a week.

[@frostyt6129]

"( : Yes, I knew about the different fg on the 1988 and 1989 pennies. great pictures and info. I have not found one yet.: )"

[@nataliefrench8708]

I had no idea the 1988 was a transitional penny. Thankyou so much. I will get to looking for a new variety. I have butterflies just thinking about it. LOL

[@luckystar6118]

J&B, I had no idea about this coin!! I'll be looking closely!! Thank you!!

[@robertedwards6326]

No I don't have any of these pennies but thank you for giving me a new one to look for J&B

[@josephclark5453]

I knew about it but wasn't actually clear what to look for. Awesome video and ty for the information

[@dtw63]

I found a 1988 wide AM with the double ear lobe last night on the floor of the CVS on my way to work! It’s in pretty nice condition.

[@scottshobbies4310]

Wow, great info. I didn't know about the 88. Unfortunately until I can afford another video magnifier my penny hunts have come to an end

[@gregsnedeker5004]

No i didnt know about the 88 pennys ty for the great information J and B

[@jackiewilson2352]

I've watched most the videos on KZbin about the 1988 Error coins. I have a No FG and a double ear print on same coin. I did my best to reach out to you.. I'm not a collector , I'm not a pro... but I thought I'd choose you to talk to. I wasn't planning on joining a group or buying a book . If i was in any shape to donate to your cause I wouldn't have found this penny. My story is book worthy. I'm positive I'll find another coin youtuber that's easy to contact. I understand why you do what you do, and make it difficult for everyone with a question to reach out. If you answered every question you wouldn't have time to make videos. I get that. But for unique rare finds , you should consider a different route , for some one like me. Your videos are very informative. So thank you for that. Off I go - by the way my 1988 is shiny and new- almost uncirculated... take care my brother.

[@jeffreythomas333]

Rubbing it in! I love it! When keeping it real goes wrong! Most of the ME Tubers just care about themselves, their subs, views, & how much money they make on here. Most of em are fake and only care about themselves! I'm in a similar situation as you!!!

[@99sentcoins]

Still have it ?

[@micheleeaston2518]

Oh these penny's are driving me crazy. I have tons, i had to take a break lol. Thank you J and Mrs. B

[@phillylights]

Thank you for the information, I did know about transition errors.. I didnt know about the 88 penny though..... I will keep my eyes open now.....

[@michaelaruge]

Wow! I need to be on the lookout for these.

[@stewart00311]

I wish I could find that penny, have some 88's but nothing like that but was aware of its existence. Thanks for a Great Video

[@pontiacgoat69]

I did not know about this transitional coin. I will have to look for them.

[@kevindaniels9594]

Had no idea about these pennies but I shall start checking all I come across.

[@shannonsmith8914]

Thanks again J&B - I had to come back to this one another time :-)

[@caneycreekwoodcarver]

I did not know about about the Dever penny however I did about the Piladphia one. Very informative.

[@countryroadscoinrollhuntin1697]

Great video! Very informative. Keep up the great work!

[@ddivincenzo1194]

I knew about the 88 transitional back. I was ecstatic to find one a few years back even in a low MS grade.

[@KimikoMaui]

How much did u get

[@milescrabtree2042]

I had no idea before this video. Thank you!

[@scotts2089]

Did not know about the 88 penny. Great info Thank You very much.

[@rickstephens1130]

I was hoping that you could have told us the value of the 1988 penny, with the reverse of the 1989. But thats fine too and thanks for sharing this with us

[@elizabethwiggins3849]

Thank you so very much for your videos they really help me out.

[@mreverythingcollectible334]

Enjoying the live coin roll hunt tonight if you're not here you're missing some of the best finds in coins this week mite not get a chance to see again best places to be on a Friday night 👍👍keep your 👀 open for more videos every week and always happy hunting

[@tonizumpano7454]

Did not know about the 1988 penny!!! Great video and see you all tonight!!!!

[@tommyboyPR777]

Thank you J&B did not know about this variety now that I do I will start cherry-picking it

[@wandlbaker]

NO, I did NOT know about this variety. Oddly, I am searching 10 rolls of pennies RIGHT NOW (the only good finds were 1 2009 and a 1942 Canadian) Still, lots of fun and now I need to look closer.

[@daviddottavio7830]

I did not know and trying to learn more. Thank you and see you in the live stream

[@Cobaltis49]

Amazing that I found about 24 of the 1988 Flared G, FS-901uncirculated pennies in bank rolls I bought through Ebay.

[@passthepuck]

Wow...I had no idea. Ding dang it. Now I have to go through all my pennies.

[@sharonw9229]

I so want to find a 65 quarter on a silver planchette! Wow never really thought about that Kennedy transition from 64 to 65 both being silver but different amounts! I could see how that could be missed. I didn’t know about that penny variety.

[@furryplantsandcoins9070]

No I didn't know I will definitely be looking to see if I have any. I hope I find one . That would be awesome!!

[@joanieduffy1877]

No idea. I have so much to learn thanks.

[@jeremyyoung6188]

I'm always looking for these varietys. Haven't found any yet though.. keep searching

[@jstewart403]

I was aware of the coin and have got that date but hav enot found any 89 Pennies. Thanks again for an informative video

[@MonedaRepublic]

I have a two 88's but they are in bad conditions, what i will love to fund is the 1971 silver half dollar, thanks for the videos

[@lukejackson3434]

thanks for the more slower, detailed spoken definition! way easier to hear it this way

[@c3sarMartin3z]

I dont think have one, but will start hunting thanks for great info JB

[@vyesitsme9203]

Yes I have heard about the F G s & I found something new to,thanks to you J&B ! Always interesting & great video’s!!💥👍

[@MeltedCrayons003]

88 Transitional penny eh? I prefer the earlier yrs design. Thanks for the info💥 & Welcome back guys💥

[@deverlyvidrine3197]

Interesting info on 1988 Lincoln Cent !!!

[@robertstreff6945]

I have been looking for this one for a long time!!!!!!!! Hope to find it soon!

[@WckdLlThngz]

Thank you for this very informative transitional penny video .........💕it because I did not know this and now am looking for these.

[@coins1358]

I love your explanation.

[@delsakelly1456]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@Virgilboon73]

What should I do if I have the 1988 D wide AM with new Artist initials??

[@dENgEr47]

This video is very helpful..thank you..

[@albertsummerall8879]

1988 penny’s. Will be looking for the transitions. Easy breezy

[@lucillekenney8311]

I didn't know about the reverse Strong FG error. I just broke out about a 50-pound sack of pennies that I had for years. I started sorting them into jars by decade about ten years ago ... 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s ... with a category for wheat pennies. This past week I started weighing them to sort out 1982 and 1983 copper. I'm specifically looking for a 1982-D small date and any 1983 in copper. So far I've found several, about ten 1982 copper pennies which is not unusual since the transition to copper-clad zinc began mid-year. And that's only about five handfuls of pennies I've checked so far. Now I have more errors to look for. Many of these pennies were taken out of circulation the year they were made so many are in very good condition. This is getting exciting! Now I have the time to go through them. Who knows ... I might find something crazy cool in there.

[@fleabag1770]

Had no idea about the 88 fg great info and good hunting

[@apprenticegilligan1635]

I will have to start looking for them.

[@franklinsantiago5212]

I am a new beginning and I just went to the bank last week and have plenty of 88 and 89 thank you for letting me know but I also have a lot of wheat pennies and a lot of Lincoln's a lot of good pennies

[@denniso8493]

been looking for that 88 pennies for thousands of pennies already, that and the double ear!

[@pammyjones]

I've got one!!!! It's in pretty good shape except for one tiny scratch on Honest Ab's nose

[@Dramatag]

I have a 1998 penny, reason I clicked on the video, and noticed something odd about it. I do not have magnification to clarify the FG but instead I noticed the ridge on the outside of the face of the penny was strange. The left side of the face of the penny has a higher ridge than the right side, which the right side has almost no ridge at all and is in pretty well condition. Any thoughts?

[@Mischyfs]

I just went through my 1988 and 1989 piggy banks. I'll have to go back through them again. I'm sure I noticed a few that were different but thought it was normal. I looked it up on the error list I have and didn't find anything. LOL!

[@tleav61]

Thank you. Best explanation yet.

[@CoinSniperChris]

I knew about the doubled ear of the 1988. Didn’t know about the initials version. That’s cool. Need to check mine out. Have a bunch of those

[@lucillekenney8311]

I didn't know about the double ear! Imagine finding a double ear and a strong FG on the same coin? Cool. Thanks!

[@toddly1133]

I've heard about transitioning coins. Kewl that they discovered more of them.

[@anthonysacco1547]

very good ! Refresher, thank you very much