Above, steel Lincoln pennies that were in a locked strongbox. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
When I opened a strongbox that was locked and stored in my closets over 23 years, since I had no key to it, I found a number of 1943 steel Lincoln pennies inside.
I already had some that I placed in a Whitman penny album years ago. Those are in better condition that the ones from the strongbox.
United States Gold Bureau has posted an article titled, "What Is The Value of A 1943 Steel Penny?"
It begins with:
The 1943 steel penny is a highly sought-after vintage coin with a unique place in numismatics. Made from zinc-coated steel, it stands out due to its distinct appearance resembling a dime rather than a traditional penny. Discover the reasons behind its production, its value in the market, and how collectors can acquire these fascinating coins.
As the article states, these steel pennies are great tangible artifacts from the World War II era.
To read more, go here.
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