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Hello again all, I received a 1943D Wheat penny in some return change, and it doesn't look like my others.It looks the same as far as what a Wheat penny is,only it seems to be like a silver or lead maybe.Can anyone please tell me about this,is this right?thanks.sn31. |
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Forum Dad
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The 43's are made of zinc coated steel, because the copper was being used for the war.   |
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yep yep thats exactely what a 43 is made out of, I have quite a few of them bugers here, you would think they would be alot rarer than they are since they only did it for that year but it seems they made quite a few billions of them that year and they are plentiful even in uncirculated condition
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Thank you for the link.This was also helpful
concerning some others I have.I feel a little
silly now,but I'm still new to all this.I've
just never seen one before.sn31.
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Pillar of the Community
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no reason to feel silly sn31 no one is born with knowledge .. It is learned and if you dont ask quetions you dont learn so dont ever feel silly about a question
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05/04/2006 01:05 am
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I agree with scoutjim. you have to ask questian to learn. that is the whole reason I come to this forum is to learn and no questian is silly or dumb. make yourself feel at home and ask all the qustian you want and I am sure someone will be able to answer you.
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Hi sn31 These zinc plated steel cents were mainted at all three mints, so will find coins not only with the D mint but also S and no mint mark like the photo Bobby shared which is philadelphia . If you go in search of the other two to have a complete set,, be aware that many of these were replated,, These coins tarnish rather quickly and turn a dull grey color ,, be careful of very bright raw coins . Rick |
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Thank you for making me feel welcome.Iappreciate all your responses,and knowledge of coins.This
one is a dull grey color,but really seems okay
for it's condition,now that I know my eyes aren't
playing tricks on me.thanks again.sn31.
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Posted 05/03/2006 9:00 pm
