You probably have a 1943 wheat penny that looks silvery in color, or maybe dark gray — it may even appear rusty. Here’s how to tell if your 1943 silver wheat penny is rare or not: If it sticks to a magnet, then your 1943 silver penny is NOT rare. If it does not stick to a magnet, then your 1943 silver penny IS rare.
How much is a bronze 1943 penny worth?
Valuable 1943 and 1944 Pennies
| Date & Mint | Circulated | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|
| Buy | Buy | |
| 1943 Bronze * | $29,000.00 | $190,000.00 |
| 1943-D Bronze * | $57,000.00 | $360,000.00 |
| 1943-S Bronze * | $92,000.00 | $590,000.00 |
How much is a 1943 Lincoln penny worth?
Value of a 1943 Steel Penny They are worth about 10 to 13 cents each in circulated condition, and as much as 50 cents or more if uncirculated.
Is the 1943 Lincoln Penny made of steel?
The answer depends on the composition of the 1943 penny. If the penny has a silver color, it is made out of steel with a zinc coating to make it look nicer and protect it from rusting.
Is the 1943 penny worth a million dollars?
There are two version of the United States 1943 penny: 1) 1943 Steel Cent minted during the World War II copper shortage era. 2) 1943 Copper Penny minted with extreme rarity due to most likely leftover copper planchets (blanks) from 1942. The 1943 copper penny can be worth a million dollars as an extremely rare and sought after collectible coin.
Why was the 1943 copper penny an error?
The reason is that the 1943 copper penny is an error coin. The United States Mint accidentally used the wrong kind of planchet metal when striking the coin. But very, very few of these left the U.S. Mint facilities. These error coins were not intentional.
How much does a 1943 Wheat cent weigh?
Weight: At its purest form, 3.11 grams, though circulation tends to make a coin lighter through wear and tear. Design: Front is Lincoln. Rear is wheat stalks typical of Wheat cent or Wheatback penny. History of the 1943 penny:
