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1943 pennies are not silver. They are zinc coated steel. Copper was saved for war effort.

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What years was the silver penny made?

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Nobody. The US never made silver pennies. In 1943 the US made steel pennies. These are often mistaken for silver. In 1943 Abraham Lincoln was on the US penny.


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$10,000


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What is a silver 1943 penny worth?

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What a 1943 silver penny worth?

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What is a 1943 Silver Wheat Penny?

The 1943 silver wheat penny is made of steel coated with zinc. During World War 2, every bit of copper was needed to make shell casings. Therefore the penny was made out of steel during 1943 so all sources of copper could be used for the shell casings.


What is a 19433 silver penny worth?

A 1943 silver penny, often referred to as a "steel penny," is actually made of steel coated with zinc and not silver. However, if you meant a 1943 copper penny, which is a rare error coin, it can be worth thousands of dollars, depending on its condition. Most standard 1943 steel pennies are worth only a few cents to a couple of dollars. Always verify with a coin expert or appraiser for accurate valuation.


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How much is a 1943 silver wheat-head penny worth?

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When was the silver penny made?

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