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Copper Penny Surprise

The $1.8 Million Copper Penny Surprise: Rare 1943 Lincoln Wheat Still Circulating

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Copper Penny Surprise

Copper Penny Surprise:: You’re rummaging through a forgotten jar of coins from years ago, and one dull penny catches your eye—dated 1943, but with a warm copper glow instead of the usual silver sheen. In a stunning twist, this wartime error coin sold for $1.7 million, proving that everyday change can hide life-altering treasures. Minted … Read more

The $1.8 Million Copper Penny Surprise: Rare 1943 Lincoln Wheat Still Circulating

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Copper Penny Surprise

Copper Penny Surprise: The Lincoln Wheat Penny, also known as the Wheat Cent, first hit pockets in 1909 to celebrate Abraham Lincoln’s 100th birthday. It was groundbreaking—the first U.S. coin to feature a real president’s face, replacing symbolic designs like the Indian Head penny. Design and Wartime Change Designed by Victor David Brenner, the front … Read more