How do you value a 1943 Penny?

Placing an accurate value on your 1943 penny follows a step by step process. Step one is to confirm exact Date and Mint Mark variety. Images used to locate mint marks finds its exact place on the chart. Second step, is an appraisal of condition. Matching your coin to grading images gives a good indication of its condition.

What is a 1943 Penny made of?

The top left image shows the common 1943 penny made of zinc and steel. The top right image shows a common steel cent that someone has coated to make it appear bronze. The bottom left image is a 1948 wheat cent that has had the 8 in 1948 altered to look like a 3. And the bottom right image is the rare and authentic 1943 bronze wheat penny.

Is this 1943 bronze wheat penny a misunderstood coin?

And the bottom right image is the rare and authentic 1943 bronze wheat penny. There is perhaps no other coin in American history that is more discussed and has broken more hearts than the 1943 penny. There are a couple of big pieces of misinformation floating around that cause this to be a misunderstood coin.