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The 1943 penny was not made with copper, like all other years. Copper was funneled to the War Department so the 1943 penny was made from steel and other compounds.
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Which is the highest value of a 1943 Lincoln penny?
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Are 1943 pennies worth anything?
I looked up a wheat penny chart and it said, a 1943 penny is worth about 15 cents, a 1943 penny with a d mint-mark is worth about 18 cents, and a 1943 penny with an s mint-mark is worth about 20 cents. I'm not sure how recent the chart is, because if the chart is old they could be worth a bit more. But I'm not sure
What is the value of a 1943 penny with kangaroo on one side?
A 1943 penny with a kangaroo on one side is an Australian penny. These can be worth 3.00 dollars or more depending on the condition of the coin.
How much is penny with s or d worth from 1943?
steel penny, about 2-5 cents, worth more than less if you have quantity.
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.
What year wheat penny is worth 30000?
The most valuable ones are the 1943 copper penny, and the even more rare 1944 steel penny.
In what year will the 1943 Australian penny worth 1000?
Who knows. If all of a sudden, for some bizarre reason, every coin collector in the world wanted a 1943 Australian Penny, it could be worth $1,000 or more tomorrow.
Is a wheat penny worth more than a Lincoln memorial penny?
Wheat cents are a variety of Lincoln cents minted from 1909 to 1958, currently worth about two cents. The Lincoln memorial pennies are still face value.
How much is it worth for the silver penny from 1943?
Depends on the condition. An extremely clean coin will get more than $100US, but a smudged worn penny will be worth less than $10US.
How much is a 1943 half penny worth?
A 1943 half penny can vary in value depending on its condition and rarity. In general, a circulated 1943 half penny is worth around 50 cents to a few dollars. However, if it is in mint condition or has specific characteristics, it could be worth more to collectors. It is recommended to have the coin evaluated by a professional numismatist to determine its exact value.
Is Lincoln on the back of a penny worth more than one cent?
Lincoln is pictured on usually pictured on the front of the penny. 2009 is the only date that he was on the back. These pennies are very common and worth only 1 cent.
Where is the mint mark on 1943 penny?
The US never minted a silver penny. For starters, it would be worth more than a dime! 1943 cents were made of steel because copper was needed for the war effort. The mint mark position is the same as on all Lincoln cents, below the date. It may be blank or there may be a D or S.
