The only other major variety of 1942 Penny that for collectors to go after is the proof coin from that year, and with 32,600 originally struck for inclusion in proof sets, there are normally enough on the market to satisfy demand. You should be able to find an example in Proof 63 for around $75.
What Is the Current Value of a 1945 Wheat Penny?
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