The 1943 Copper Penny- From Spare Change To A Multi-Million Dollar Treasure

The 1943 Copper Penny- From Spare Change To A Multi-Million Dollar Treasure

In 1943, during World War II, the United States Mint made a significant change in penny production, switching from copper to zinc-coated steel to conserve copper for the war effort. However, a few 1943 pennies were mistakenly minted using copper, creating one of the most sought-after coins in American numismatic history.​ The Accidental Rarity: How … Read more

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