Does a 1943 Penny stick to a magnet?

It sticks to a magnet. If your 1943 penny does stick to a magnet, it’s really made from steel and is not rare. It weighs less than 3 grams. 1943 copper pennies weigh about 3.11 grams, while the 1943 steel penny weighs 2.7 grams. If your 1943 copper penny doesn’t weigh at least 3 grams, it’s most likely a steel cent.

How do you tell if a 1943 Penny is real?

Try sticking your 1943 penny to a magnet: If your 1943 penny sticks to the magnet, it is a common steel cent and NOT worth the big bucks. If your 1943 penny does NOT stick to the magnet, it may be a rare 1943 copper penny. Further authentication is required to see if it’s a legitimate 1943 copper cent.

What pennies can you find in pocket change?

In addition to the 1943 copper penny, there are dozens of other rare and valuable pennies you can find in pocket change! Among these are the 1944 steel penny — which is a reverse error of the 1943 copper penny.