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Why does a penny turn silver?
A penny can turn silver due to a chemical reaction with substances like vinegar or lemon juice, which react with the copper in the penny to form copper oxide. Copper oxide has a silver color, leading to the appearance of the penny turning silver.
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.
Does a us silver dollares stick to a magnet?
No, a US silver dollar does not stick to a magnet because silver is not a magnetic metal. United States silver dollars are made primarily of silver, which is a non-magnetic metal, so they will not be attracted to a magnet.
Why would a 1941 wheat penny look silver?
A 1941 wheat penny that looks silver may be due to the coin being plated or altered in some way. However, genuine silver-colored pennies were not minted in 1941 by the U.S. Mint. Silver-plated coins are often created for novelty or deceptive purposes.
Silver penny from 1943 that sticks to a magnet?
A silver penny from 1943 that sticks to a magnet is likely rare and could be a potential error coin. During this time, U.S. pennies were typically made of zinc-coated steel due to the priority of copper for the war effort. If your coin is indeed made of silver and sticks to a magnet, it may have been altered or could be a counterfeit. We recommend consulting with a coin expert or a professional to assess its authenticity and value.
Is 1817 penny silver?
No, there is no silver in a 1817 US penny.
When and where did sterling silver begin?
Sterling silver is 92.5% silver. It is unclear exactly when it was first used. It may have been the sterling silver penny.
How much is a silver penny worth from 1962?
US pennies have never been made of silver.
What is a 1960 silver U.S. penny worth?
There is no such thing as a U.S. silver penny.
What is the value of a uk silver one penny dated 1994?
No such thing as a 94 silver penny.
What is the value of a silver 1903 Indian head penny?
There was never a silver Indian Head penny.
Is silver ammonia nitrate explosive?
not by itself it isnt...
How much is a 2000 US silver penny worth?
The US has never made silver pennies. If they did they would be worth more than a dime! Your penny is probably silver plated and is used for jewelry or other decorations. It has no collector value and is no longer spendable.
How much is a 2000 silver penny worth?
The U.S. has never made one cent (penny's) coins from silver. The coin has likely been silver plated. It is not rare or special, it's just a penny.
What is a silver penny dated 1993 worth?
U.S. pennies have never contained silver. Your penny is probably silver plated for jewelry or other decorations.
Is a 1970 s silver penny real?
Yes the 1970 penny is real silver and is worth keeping or even selling
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.
