Coin and Paper Money Collecting/METAL ONE CENT COIN

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I WOUL LIKE TO NOW A BUT  1943 METAL ONE CENT COIN

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In 1943, US cents were made from zinc coated steel because copper was being used in the war effort.  They were produced at 3 US Mints:  Philadelphia, Denver and San Francisco.  Massive quantities were produced and circulated.  Due to the high mintage, the collector value is low, perhaps 10-20 cents each.
However, when production was started, there remained a few of the copper blanks in the minting presses.  About 50 pieces are estimated to exist and their value ranges from $10,000 and up.
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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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Physician's Money Digest

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