In 1943, amid World War II, the U.S. Mint shifted penny production to zinc‑coated steel to conserve copper for military use, creating what are now called “steel cents.” Yet, a handful—likely 30 to 40—were accidentally struck Continue reading
Copper Penny
Rare 1943 Copper Penny: Could Yours Be Worth Over $1 Million?
Most 1943 pennies were made from zinc‑coated steel due to World War II copper rationing. But extraordinarily, a small number—15 to 30—were mistakenly struck on bronze planchets leftover from 1942, making them one of the rarest Continue reading