Do you know how to spot this penny? Coins are one of those things that are hiding everywhere, and sometimes they can be worth much more than their actual coin value. And most recently, news sources have been reporting that this coin is worth a pretty penny!
According to Coin Trackers, the New York Post, KHOU, and Daily Mail UK, a mint condition 1943 copper wheat penny could earn you more than $85,000! According to KHOU (who consulted with Royal Coin and Jewelry, a Houston dealer specializing in rare coins), in 1943, pennies were made of steel and were additionally zinc-plated to prevent rust. Coin Week explains, “Because copper was needed for purposes relating to World War II, all 1943 cents were planned to be struck on zinc-coated steel planchets.” WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW
At some point during that year, however, a few copper blanks made it into the minting process— and it is these “mistake” coins that are now being sold for amounts somewhere in the 5 and 6 figures. As mentioned, these 1943 copper wheat pennies must be in mint condition to net values in the $85,000 range. But even in lesser conditions, they have still been selling at an average price of $60,000 (according to Coin Tracker). Saul Teichman, an expert in U.S. Mint errors explains (via Coin Week) that collectors drive up the value of the coin, explaining:
“1943 copper cents have a special cachet with collectors. As for market value, the 1943 cents sell for much more than other errors struck around the same time. ” “Many other World War II errors are rarer than 1943 copper or 1944 steel cents but bring a fraction of a price as they lack that special cachet.”
According to media sources, coin collectors must be cautious about 1943 copper wheat penny dupes.
Now that these pennies have been getting a lot of attention, the market is rife with counterfeit copies. Coin Trackers said that many fraudsters will file down the left side of the number 8 on a 1948 copper penny to make it look like a genuine from 1943. Others will take a regular steel penny and coat it with a copper covering in order to make it appear like the real deal. If you’re concerned about a counterfeit, Coin Trackers advises using a magnet to test the coin.
As Daily Mail UK explains, “A solid copper penny will not stick to a magnet, while a steel penny with copper plating will.” So, what are you waiting for? Go take a look at your collection, because you may just have one of the luckiest pennies around! Please SHARE this with your friends and family.
Jennifer Aniston finally spoke up about the rumors that she dated Barack Obama.
Jennifer Aniston wants to clear up some rumors about her dating life. After being in the public eye for so long, she’s had her fair share of gossip, but she recently addressed one of the wildest stories.
During her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on October 2, she was asked about an article that claimed she was secretly dating former President Barack Obama. She couldn’t help but laugh at the idea.
Jennifer Aniston said that when she gets calls from her publicist, she often worries about what story will come out next, especially when a tabloid is involved. But when she heard the rumor about her and Barack Obama, she wasn’t upset. She quickly confirmed that it’s completely false.
She even mentioned that she has a better relationship with Michelle Obama than she ever did with Barack Obama.
Jennifer Aniston said, “It’s not true. I met him once, and I know Michelle better than him.” When Kimmel jokingly asked if there was anything more than friendship between her and Michelle, she laughed and denied it.
Jennifer Aniston’s denial of the dating rumor comes at an interesting time because October 3 is Barack and Michelle Obama’s 32nd wedding anniversary. Last year, to celebrate, Barack shared a special post on Instagram for Michelle, saying, “I love going through life with you by my side.” He also called her “brilliant, kind, funny, and beautiful,” and mentioned how lucky he feels to have her in his life.
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