answersLogoWhite

0

During WWII copper was needed for ammunition in the form of shell casings and bullet jackets. In 1943 the mint made cents from scrap steel to save as much copper as possible for the war effort.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

Was there a steel pennies made in 1961 that was not for circulation?

Steel pennies were only minted in 1943, however some examples of steel pennies being struck in error in 1944.


Are there any pennies from 1943 made of steel?

Yes, in 1943, some pennies were made of steel due to a shortage of copper during World War II. These steel pennies are rare and highly sought after by collectors.


What is the value of a 1910 steel wheat penny with no mint location?

There were no 1910 steel pennies ever made. The pennies made in 1910 were made out of nearly pure copper.


When was the silver penny made?

The US never made silver pennies. In 1943 the US made steel pennies. These are often mistaken for silver pennies.


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.


Did the US ever made steel pennies?

Yes


What is value of steel pennies?

Steel pennies are worth 12 to 15 cents each and up to 65 cents if they weren't circulated. Steel pennies were made during WWII when cooper was needed to support the troops.


Are all wheat pennies made of steel?

No, wheat pennies were primarily made of copper during 1909-1942 and in 1944-1958. In 1943, due to copper shortages during World War II, steel pennies were minted which are distinctly different in appearance.


Were there any pennies in the 1940s made of gold?

No, but in 1943 US pennies were made from steel coated zinc. These have become a collector favorite.


How many copper pennys were made in 1943?

There are no exact records of the number of copper pennies made in 1943. It was about 40. Most pennies that year were made of steel.


What metal is a penny 1942 made off?

A 1942 penny is primarily made of copper. During 1942, due to the need for copper in World War II, some pennies were minted with steel coated in zinc instead of the usual bronze composition. These steel pennies are known as "1943 steel pennies."


How many steel 1944 pennies were minted?

The US never made steel pennies in 1946. They were made in 1943 to save copper for the war effort.