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The steel cent was produced in 1943, with a few minted into '44, but none were made in 1942.
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How many steel pennies did they make in 1942?
None. The first steel cents were struck in 1943. Because the steel blanks weren't used until after the end of the 1942 runs there was no possibility of off-metal strikes like the famous 1943 copper or 1944 steel errors.
How much is 1942 and 1943 copper pennies worth?
A 1942 copper penny is worth between $0.15 and $3.00. If you have a 1943 copper penny it is worth a lot more. In 1943 because of the war and the need for copper pennies in that year were made from steel. Steel pennies from 1943 are worth around $0.30 and $2.50. If you have a real 1943 copper penny take it to a coin shop or dealer and have them check it out to see if it is real.
Why were silver pennies issued in 1942?
they werent silver. they are refered to as steel pennies, and they were issued for several years during the war because the government need the copper for ammunition and other war related things, so they quit making pennies from copper
Was there a steel pennies made in 1961 that was not for circulation?
Steel pennies were only minted in 1943, however some examples of steel pennies being struck in error in 1944.
What is a 1942 silver penny?
Plated with another metal. My friends and I made several copper dimes and silver pennies in high school chemistry experiments. 1943 pennies are often called 'silver' but they are steel with a zinc coating.
How much is a 1942 steel penny worrh?
Steel pennies were minted in 1943, not '42, and they're only worth around 5 cents.
How many steel pennies did they make in 1942?
None. The first steel cents were struck in 1943. Because the steel blanks weren't used until after the end of the 1942 runs there was no possibility of off-metal strikes like the famous 1943 copper or 1944 steel errors.
How much is 1942 and 1943 copper pennies worth?
A 1942 copper penny is worth between $0.15 and $3.00. If you have a 1943 copper penny it is worth a lot more. In 1943 because of the war and the need for copper pennies in that year were made from steel. Steel pennies from 1943 are worth around $0.30 and $2.50. If you have a real 1943 copper penny take it to a coin shop or dealer and have them check it out to see if it is real.
Why were silver pennies issued in 1942?
they werent silver. they are refered to as steel pennies, and they were issued for several years during the war because the government need the copper for ammunition and other war related things, so they quit making pennies from copper
What is the value of a 1942 steel penny?
The US only made steel cents in 1943. Any silver-colored cents dated 1942 are plated. You can always use a magnet to test a suspected steel coin. If it doesn't stick to a magnet it's not steel.
Was there a steel pennies made in 1961 that was not for circulation?
Steel pennies were only minted in 1943, however some examples of steel pennies being struck in error in 1944.
What is the worth of 1942s 1943 1943D 1943S steel pennies?
In average circulated condition, a 1942 steel penny is worth around 10 to 25 cents, while a 1943 steel penny is worth about 15 to 30 cents. The 1943D and 1943S steel pennies are more valuable, ranging from 50 cents to a few dollars depending on their condition.
What is a 1942 silver penny?
Plated with another metal. My friends and I made several copper dimes and silver pennies in high school chemistry experiments. 1943 pennies are often called 'silver' but they are steel with a zinc coating.
How do you recognize a counterfeit cold steel knife?
You can recognize a counterfeit Cold Steel Knife by looking at the sheath. The sheath should be a sturdy quality piece. If it is not, it is a counterfeit. The lock should be sturdy and the blade should not wobble. If it is not, it is a counterfeit.
What were pennies made before 1943 made of?
Lincoln cents from 1909-1942 are made of Bronze which is mostly copper. The 1943 cents are Zinc coated steel.
How much is a Not Magnetic 1942 P Copper Wheat Penny?
All 1942 pennies are copper (it is the 1943 that is steel). It is a common date worth about 3 cents in average circulated condition and up to a few bucks if uncirculated.
What is value of steel pennies?
Steel pennies are worth 12 to 15 cents each and up to 65 cents if they weren't circulated. Steel pennies were made during WWII when cooper was needed to support the troops.
