More than 200 years ago, the penny could buy you a candle, some candy, or even a biscuit. Today, the humble one-cent coin has mostly been relegated to the bottoms of drawers and handbags. Maybe you're holding onto a penny as a lucky token.

But their luck is about to run out.

The U.S. Mint in Philadelphia struck its last circulating penny on Wednesday after President Trump canceled the 1-cent coin as the cost of making them became more than their value.

"It's a sad day because pennies are my favorite coin," Philadelphia student Nathan Maliakel said, adding he likes them because "they're small but significant."

Mr. Trump has ordered its demise as costs climb to nearly 4 cents per penny and the 1-cent valuation becomes somewhat obsolete.

"God bless America, and we're going to sa

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