0
Yes, in the 1970s pennies were made of 95% copper while in the 1990s they were made of about 97% zinc.
Wiki User
∙ 11y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How much did a house cost in 1970s?
In the 1970s, a new house cost 234,00.00 In the 1970s, a new house cost 234,00.00 in the 1970s a house cost 234,00.00
What is different about the 1943 pennies?
Copper was needed for the war so in 1943 pennies were made of zinc coated steel. In circulated condition they are worth 3-25 cents. In uncirculated they are worth about 10-25 dollars.
What was a major technology development in the 1990s?
The internet was a major technological development in the 1990s
What was the major technology development in the 1990s?
The internet was a major technological development in the 1990s
What makes the pennies from the 1980's different from todays pennies?
In 1982 the US mint changed the composition of the penny from mostly copper to zinc which changed the weight form 3.11 grams to 2.5 grams and made the penny cheaper to make.
Did they make aluminum pennies in 1953?
No, only in the 1970s.
In which decade was Prix de Lausanne prize first awarded (in ballet) 1990s 1970s 1980s 1960s?
1970s
Which famous movie character has had movies named after him in 1970s 1980s 1990s and 2000s?
hello
Who is The Tribe?
A British Christian dance band in the 1990s. An R&B band from the 1970s.
Who are the only major league pitchers to win a game in four different decades?
satchel Page In MLB ... 1) Nolan Ryan - 12 wins in the 1960s, 155 in the 1970s, 122 in the 1980s, 35 in the 1990s. 2) Jim Kaat - 2 wins in the 1950s, 142 in the 1960s, 120 in the 1970s, 19 in the 1980s. 3) Jamie Moyer - 32 wins in the 1980s, 86 in the 1990s, 140 in the 2000s, 11 in the 2010s (through 6/10/12). 4) Jesse Orosco - 1 win in the 1970s, 52 wins in the 1980s, 31 wins in the 1990s, 3 wins in the 2000s. 5) Jack Quinn - 9 wins in the 1900s, 90 in the 1910s, 131 in the 1920s, 17 wins in the 1930s. 6) Mike Morgan - 2 wins in the 1970s, 40 in the 1980s, 92 wins in the 1990s, 7 wins in the 2000s.
Which is the most popular Barbie?
1960s bubblecut 1970s Malibu 1980s Peaches n Creme 1990s Totally Hair
What semi-historical figure was played by Gene Kelly in the 1940s Michael York in the 1970s and Chris O'Donnell in the 1990s?
D'Artagnan
Is children's clothing imported into the US?
The process began to accelerate in the 1970s and, by the 1990s, imports had reached all-time highs.
Was the project to save the tigers a success?
yes, it was a great success. IT helped increase the population of the tigers from 1200 in 1970s to 3500in 1990s.
Why do the new pennies have less mass than the old pennies?
The newer pennies have a different proportion of metal
Why did the US and the united nations impose trade sanctions on libya between the 1970s and 1990s?
Libya supported terrorism and tried to obtain nuclear weapons
Why was the concern over global cooling replaced with a concern over global warming?
Steady surface temperature increases were noted between the 1970s and 1990s.
