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No, the U.S. never made cents out of silver. A 1927 cent that's silver in color is a regular bronze cent that was plated for use in jewelry or something similar.
You may be thinking of the 1943 silver colored penny. It's a wartime issue made of steel, and coated with zinc. During World War II, copper was so badly needed for the war effort (to make shell casings) that the U.S. penny was made out of steel that year, which is why most 1943 pennies are silver colored. They are worth about 12 to 15 cents each in circulated condition, and as much as 50 cents or more if Uncirculated.
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When was silver in pennies?
The US has never made silver pennies. It would cost way to much to make silver pennies because of the value of silver. Many people think that in 1943 pennies were made out of silver however they are actually made out of zinc and steel.
Where pennies ever made of silver?
No. It would cost way to much to make silver pennies because of the value of silver. Many people think that in 1943 pennies were made out of silver however they are actually made out of zinc and steel.
How long were silver pennies in circulation?
The US has never made silver pennies. It would cost way to much to make silver pennies because of the value of silver. Many people think that in 1943 pennies were made out of silver however they are actually made out of zinc and steel. So actually they have never been in circulation.
When was the silver penny made?
The US never made silver pennies. In 1943 the US made steel pennies. These are often mistaken for silver pennies.
What are some rare pennies?
1943 silver pennies
What is the value of a 1978 silver penny?
The US has never made and never will make silver pennies. If a penny was silver it would be worth more than a dime.
How many 1776 Silver Pennies were milled?
At 11mm in diameter, Silver Pennies were too small to be milled, they had a plain edge.
What is the 1974 silver penny value?
The US has never and will never make silver pennies. The metal would be to soft. So it's worthless unless it contains real silver.
What are the release dates for Silver Comes Through - 1927?
Silver Comes Through - 1927 was released on: USA: 29 May 1927 Finland: 13 November 1927
Why isn't silver used in a penny?
Silver is not used in pennies due to its higher cost compared to other metals like copper and zinc. In the past, pennies were made of mostly copper, but today's pennies are mainly composed of zinc with a thin copper coating. Using silver would make the production of pennies more expensive and would not be cost-effective.
How can you tell the difference between a silver penny and a steel penny?
It's easy! Pennies were never made of silver. They would be worth way more than a cent. Steel pennies were made in 1943. So if you have a penny that was minted in 1943 it's not silver but rather steel.
What is the value of a 1931 silver penny?
The US never made silver pennies. It would cost too much for the mint to make them. Your coin is plated silver this adds no value to the coin.
