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How can a roll of 1943 steel pennies that have oxidized over the years be cleaned?
Unfortunately, there isn't really anything that can be done to clean them. The coins are coated with zinc, which has its own oxidation problems, and combined with rusting steel underneath it makes a nice chemical mess. Anything you have at home will only make the situation worse, long term.
Zinc on steel proved to be unsatisfactory just within the first few months of use. It was so bad that copper coinage was resumed in 1944 in spite of a desperate need for that metal in making weapons.
In any case, unless the coins were in XF or AU condition to begin with, they'd only retail for 25-50¢ so you are not out a huge amount of money.
What else can I help you with?
What years were steel pennies minted?
1943
What years were pennies fromsan francisco in circulation?
Pennies minted in San Francisco were produced during various years, primarily from 1931 to 1955. Notably, the San Francisco Mint struck pennies in 1943, when the U.S. was transitioning to wartime production and used zinc-coated steel for pennies. Additionally, there were special minting years for proof coins that were also produced in San Francisco.
Why were silver pennies issued in 1942?
they werent silver. they are refered to as steel pennies, and they were issued for several years during the war because the government need the copper for ammunition and other war related things, so they quit making pennies from copper
Why do pennys rust?
Pennies do not rust because they are made of copper-plated zinc. However, the copper plating can react with certain acids and chemicals, causing them to tarnish or develop a patina over time. This is different from rust, which is the result of iron or steel reacting with oxygen and water.
Years wheat pennies?
Wheat pennies were minted from 1909 to 1958.
What is the Coin composition of the Canadian penny?
All British predecimal Pennies from 1860 to 1967 were made from bronze. The percenatge of the metals in the alloy changed a little over the years, but from 1945 to 1967 they were 95.5% copper, 3% tin and 1.5% zinc.
How often should I remove and replace my belly button ring?
You should not remove your ring until the piercing is completely healed, and if cleaned properly a surgical steel ring can be worn for many years.
What are there 78 of?
pennies from 78 different years?
Which Canada pennies are magnetic?
2002-2012 (although some pennies minted in these years are non-magnetic, as well)
Why are 2007 pennies worth than 2006 pennies?
2007 pennies are generally worth more than 2006 pennies primarily due to the production of fewer coins and the changes in minting processes. The 2007 pennies, particularly those with the "Formative Years" design, were made in lower quantities compared to previous years. Additionally, the value of coins can fluctuate based on collector demand and the condition of the pennies, making certain years more desirable. Collectors often seek out specific years for their rarity or unique features, impacting their market value.
You have 50 pounds of pennies how much is this worth for the copper?
This will depend upon the year of the pennies, because the make-up of pennies is not only copper and has changed over the years.
What years were wheat pennies minted?
1909-1958
