Is a 1943 copper penny a mint error coin?

All 1943 copper coins aren’t Mint error coins. Most dealers call it the “error coin” because the artisans minted it when it wasn’t in its mintage period. The US government didn’t allow mints to make the Lincoln pennies using copper planchets. Either way, an error coin or not, selling a 1943 copper penny will earn you a great fortune.

How much is a 1943 penny worth?

Is The Rare 1943 Penny Worth $85,000… Really? Yes, a copper 1943 penny really is worth an average of $85,000. Believe it or not, some are worth much more than that! For example, one 1943-D copper penny commanded a whopping $1.7 million when it sold at an auction in 2010. Other 1943 copper pennies routinely sell for $100,000 to $200,000.

Why is a 1943 copper penny called a wheat penny?

N.B: The wheat sheaths are the reason why the 1943 copper penny is often referred to as the wheat penny. Although not many of these coins are confirmed, grading remains necessary because this will help determine the coin’s worth at any point in time.