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most 1943 pennies from zinc-coated steel instead of the usual copper-based material.

These coins have a gray or silver appearance. A very small number were accidentally struck on leftover bronze planchets, creating rare coins that have attracted significant collector interest.

However, most 1943 pennies are common steel cents and are not especially valuable.continue reading …