The ball blue book 1943 silver penny

It is lighter and thinner then a reg 1941 copper wheat penny. They were made this way due to the preservation of copper for ammunition in wwii. This collection includes three 1943 steel cents from the philadelphia, denver, and san francisco mints. All of our bu 1943 steel pennies have nice eye appeal with no major marks or visible problems and represent a great value for the price. Blue panda pack of 200 play coins fake plastic penny coins pretend money great teaching tool, prop, kids toy, 0. There are only 40 of the 1943 copper pennies in existence, so they are worth a large amount of money. Coin accessories and coin supplies for your collection. I came across a 1946 lincoln penny no mint mark that is made of a shiny silvercolor metal in my late fathers coin collection. The odd thing is it is not copper or magnetic at all. The 1943 copper penny is also an oddity, as pennies were made of steel that year. Rare 1943 wheat pennies are made from bronze they look similar to most other copper pennies from other years. Just as the jefferson nickel fivecent coin saw the removal of nickel from its composition in 1942 to preserve the metal for artillery production, so, too, did lincoln wheat penny coins in 1943. This can be out of curiosity, or because they are interested in coins for investment purposes. We are pleased to offer for sale this 1943d steel penny wartime lincoln wheat cent.

This 1943d steel penny is in gem brilliant uncirculated condition. Us mint bumble created rare 1943 penny, is the story of one of the most publicized mistakes ever made by the united states authority that strikes coins for general circulation. Coin collecting is a fun hobby, but collectors naturally want to know the value of their coins. Old ball canning blue books survival monkey forums. I can not tell if it is something that is spray painted or if it has been coated silver. It has odd sort of ring that is barely visible but the letter l in liberty seems to be a bit close to the edge as well as we trust same on the back wheat side of the penny. In a minute, ill talk more about the 1943 copper penny and why its so rare. Beauty contestant paulette goddard has run out of money in new york. I found a silver 1943 wheat penny,and i was told it was very rare and may be worth money. Copper was completely eliminated from the denominations composition, in favor of a oneyearonly type featuring a zincplated steel composition.

The ball blue book of canning and preservation recipes fifth edition 1943 author unknown on. The coins are encapsulated in clear plastic and include a certificate of authenticity on the back. I was also told it was made of silver during the war because there was a shortage of copper. But if its not, heres how to tell what kind of silver penny you have. A nice copy with directions and recipes for canning. The ball blue book of canning and preservation recipes fifth edition 1943. The 1943 silver colored penny is a wartime coin issue made of steel and coated with zinc. It was a wonderful gift and we are going to enjoy the bank for a long time. This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell.

Coin collecting supplies coin collecting accessories. Usa coin book an easy and simple way to buy, sell, auction off and keep track of coins online. Looking for a place to find coin values or current coin prices. Rare magic 1943 australian coppersilver utility coin set walking liberty. Connect with dealers, other coin collectors and put coins up on your wishlist look up coin prices and values and ask for coins on your wishlist to make offers for. The 1943 lincoln steel cent should be on everyones list why are these unique coins coveted. With bright patterns, gorgeous cover design and often fantastic illustration, these are books meant to excite the eyes as well as the mind. In 1943 the penny was made out of zinc plated steel to save copper for the war effort which is why most 1943 pennies are silver colored. Missing the planet venus a new planet could be fashioned out of small rubber ball or wood or whatever.

The chicagos world fair in 1933 was a huge success, so the fair dates were extended into 1934. These pennies are unique because they are the only ones in the wheat penny collection that are made of steel. In the year 1943 the unites states issued the steel penny because the copper was needed for world war ii the steel look is actually the result of the mint using a zinc coating. Even keep track of your coin collection in an online database. Get the best deals on other magic collectibles when you shop the largest online selection at. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Detecting counterfeit coins book 1, heigh ho printing company.

I have a 1943 steel wheat penny that id like to check the value on. I have a 1943 wheat penny magnet sticks to it looks like a silver coated and i have about 15 1969 d pennies and answers value of any kind i would like to know. Among the collectible pennies worth holding onto is the 1943 s steel penny. It is often the smallest denomination within a currency system. The 1943 steel cent features the same victor david brenner design for the lincoln cent which had been in use since the first in 1909. A lot of people nowadays treat these steel pennies as novelty considering its lack of popularity upon its release. I found this old steel penny missing the 4 in 1943 just wondering what that is and if it has any value besides 1 cent thanks in advance for all your. If you could post some or a photo of this 1943 steel penny, then some of the experts can help and determine what could have caused it. A vintage copy of the ball blue book, edition v dated 1943. In 1943 the penny was made out of zinc plated steel to save copper for the war effort which is. But first, lets discuss what those silver 1943 wheat pennies are made from. This page measures the current pure metal value or melt values of u. I recently acquired an wheat penny from 1941 it is in superb shape for a coin so old. I am sorting threw my grandfathers coin collection and i stumbled upon a 1945 penny that has silver all over it.

Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. These coins show up once in a blue moon in circulation and are easily spotted due to their silver color. If you have any background in coin collecting, you would probably know that for one year in 1943, the united states mint created pennies out of steel instead of their standard copper there was a copper shortage during world war ii. Since she is also a sharpshooter, she lands a job at a shooting gallery, where she spots handsome lawyer ray milland, whose rich girlfriend happens to be a client at the fortune teller next door. Is it true that the 1943 wheat penny silver is rare and or possibly worth money. The disc around the sun is made of blue cast metal. I found a silver penny dated 1961is it worth anything. I dont know how much difference there will be but it may be nice to have a vintage perspective on canning. Uncirculated 1943 pennies are worth significantly more than the prices listed here. Look up coin prices and values to see how much your collection is worth.

Vintage cookbook website is focused on antiquarian, antique, vintage, and rare american cookbooks. Will you please contact me at the address listed with any information you. On this coin, the date and lettering on the obverse of the coin are misaligned and and double over each other. I tried to rub it off but it is silver all the way threw even the the edges. Many people took the train or drove automobiles to the fair that was a bright ray of hope during the great depression. Complete 1943 steel penny mint mark collection ebth. This 1943d steel penny is of great worth to the collector or numismatist that needs to fill a hole in. The unique composition of the coin lowgrade steel coated with zinc, instead of the previously 95%copperbased bronze composition has led to various nicknames, such as wartime cent, steel war penny, and steelie. Hi, tammy there was no silver, or steel, penny made in 1942. Is it true that the 1943 wheat penny silver is rare and. The ball blue book of canning and preservation recipes. Usa coin book us coin values and prices buy and sell.

During world war ii, the war effort required a lot of copper to make shell casings and munitions. You can find many types of chicagos world fair collectibles from vendors, attendees, and the government when you shop on ebay. I have a 1943 silver penny, and i know it worth a lot, so i was wondering a place that. The creativity, color and design variation of books is showcased better in childrens books than perhaps any other genre. This is our basic coin price guide for people who are unfamiliar with coins but want to find out about old coin values. Just wondering if anyone knows the worth of a 1961 silver penny. From the 20th century and earlier, enjoy these beautiful, collectible childrens books.