If it's a genuine 1943 copper cent, it's worth tens of thousands of dollars. That said, because the real thing is so valuable, fakes are extremely common. Test it with a magnet before you get too excited. Copper won't react, but a copper-coated steel cent will stick.
A geniune 1943-D copper cent would have a value of about $50,000.00
The value of a copper 1943 penny is $200,000+. However, copper-plated counterfeits are prevalent. In order to test for a counterfeit, run a magnet over the penny. If it doesn't stick, you are now the proud owner one of the rarest mis-struck coins in U.S. Mint history.
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.
There are not many 1943 copper pennies known. If it is genuine they sell for well over $100,000.
A genuine 1943 copper (bronze actually) cent exceeds $100,000.00 in value.
A geniune 1943-D copper cent would have a value of about $50,000.00
The value of a copper 1943 penny is $200,000+. However, copper-plated counterfeits are prevalent. In order to test for a counterfeit, run a magnet over the penny. If it doesn't stick, you are now the proud owner one of the rarest mis-struck coins in U.S. Mint history.
1.7 Million dollars, that was what a collector recently paid for a 1943 copper penny made at the Denver mint, the only known 1943 copper penny struck there (keep in mind that the 1943 pennies were struck in steel, the copper 1943 pennies are errors).
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.
There are not many 1943 copper pennies known. If it is genuine they sell for well over $100,000.
A genuine 1943 copper (bronze actually) cent exceeds $100,000.00 in value.
face value
If it's a 1943 steel penny, it isn't worth much...a few cents if it's circulated, or a little more, maybe 50 cents if it's uncirculated. If it's a 1943 copper penny take it to a reputable coin dealer as fast as you can get there. HOWEVER, I can basically guarantee you that it isn't a 43 copper penny, because only about 10 are known to exist. If it's silver in color, it's a steel penny. If it happens to be copper in color, have someone check it out, BUT, it's likely a fake if it's copper.
A 1941 copper penny is relatively common and does not have significant numismatic value. The value of a 1941 copper penny is primarily based on its metal content, which is worth less than a cent. However, if the penny is in exceptional condition or has certain rare characteristics, it may have a higher value to collectors.
Average value is 5 to 10 cents.
a 1943 D penny is worth 1.7 million dollars
All Lincoln cents minted between 1909 and 1981 (except for 1943) have the same copper content: 95% copper with 5% zinc. The metal ratio was changed in 1982.