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1943 stick to magnet penny it's a million dollar penny?
The 1943 penny sticks to a magnet because it is made of steel, not copper like other pennies from that era. While a 1943 copper penny is rare and valuable, it is not worth a million dollars. The most valuable 1943 pennies are those mistakenly struck in copper instead of steel and can fetch tens of thousands of dollars at auction.
How do you tell if a 1943 steel penny is real or fake?
To determine if a 1943 steel penny is real or fake, you can use a magnet. Steel pennies are magnetic, so if the penny is attracted to the magnet, it is likely authentic. Additionally, you can examine the weight and appearance of the coin compared to known authentic examples. If you are still unsure, consider taking the penny to a professional coin dealer or reputable appraiser for authentication.
How do you know if your 1944 wheat penny is steel?
Test it with a magnet. 1943 steel cents are magnetic. 1944 copper cents are not.
What is the density of a 1943 steel penny?
It's likely that, given wartime limitations, the steel used was not of uniform quality throughout all mintages. Depending on the quality used for any particular batch of coins, a 1943 cent's density would be roughly that of standard mild steel, about 7.85 gm/cm3
Why will the real 1943 penny stick to amagnet but a real 1944 penny will not?
1943 cents were made of steel, a magnetic metal, to conserve copper for the war effort. Other pennies are made of bronze or copper-plated zinc depending on their dates. Neither bronze nor zinc are susceptible to a magnet.
Value of a 1943 steel penny no mint mark penny?
A 1943 steel penny with no mintmark can be worth $.35 - $1.50
What is the value of a Lincoln wartime steel penny 1943?
A 1943 steel penny is worth just that 1cent.
Worth of 1943-S and 1943-D steel penny?
About 25 cents each in average condition
How old is the steel penny?
1943
How much is a steel 1943 s penny worth?
About 5 to 10 cents depending on condition.
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.
What is a 1943 steel winged liberty penny worth?
No such thing as a Winged Liberty penny. 1943 Lincoln cents are steel. The Winged Liberty (or Mercury) design was used on dimes in 1943.
Can milk rust a penny?
rust no. Well maybe a 1943 steel penny.
1943 lead penny?
No. It is steel coated with zinc.
What is the worth of a 1943 c penny?
The mintmark is a "S" or "D" they are the ones used on the 1943 Lincoln steel cents. Average value is 5 to 10 cents.
Why is a 1944 steel penny worth so much and a 1943 steel penny is not?
The 1944 steel penny is valued highly because it was produced using leftover steel from World War II, as the U.S. Mint switched back to copper for the penny in that year. In contrast, the 1943 steel penny, made from zinc-coated steel to conserve copper during the war, is much more common, making it less valuable. The rarity and historical significance of the 1944 steel penny contribute to its higher market price, while the 1943 version is abundant and widely circulated.
What is the value of a 1943 stainless steel penny?
Just regular steel, not stainless steel. That metal was too hard for use in coins back in 1943.
