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My daughter found a penny that is perfect in appearance but not copper colored at all - it is a pure "silver" color. It is not peeled back to a zinc layer - all details of the penny on both sides are like new and clear and it is full thickness. Is this a mint error or were some of these purposely run? Does it have any extraordinary value or should she just keep it as a "lucky penny"? TIA, Mark
Hi Mark,
The penny is most likely missing the copper plating. Not saying it was peeled off, simply that the coin blank never went through the plating process.
I would pay $35 for the coin if you want to sell it.
Let me know and I will provide shipping instructions.
Email me at JoeHyas@aol.com
Regards
Joe Hylas
Omega Precious Metals
www.AllCoins.US
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Joe Hylas
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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.
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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US
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PCGS, NGC, Rotary
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Physician's Money Digest
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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
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Paul Harris Fellow
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