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"wartime cent, steel war penny, steelie".

Lot 287: UNITED STATES, 1943-S. One Cent. "wartime cent".

AUCTION:  Pars Coins Auction - Sale 38

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UNITED STATES. 1943-S. One Cent. "1943 steel cents" are U.S. one-cent coins that were struck in steel due to wartime shortages of copper. The Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco mints each produced these 1943 Lincoln cents. The unique composition of the coin has led to various nicknames, such as "wartime cent, steel war penny, and steelie". Choice UNC.
Lot Details
  • Offered By: Pars Coins
  • Lot #: 287
  • Listing #: 661114
  • Closed: Monday, May 22, 2023 12:35:20 PM CT
  • Estimate: $40