How much is a 1943 Lincoln wheat penny worth?

Zinc-coated steel was used as the substitute metal composition and hence the new silver-like coin is known as the wartime steel cent or steel penny. USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1943-D Lincoln Wheat Penny (Steel Cent Variety) is Worth $0.35 in Average Condition and can be Worth $3.50 to $12 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition.

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 does a 1943 coin look like?

What This Coin Looks Like (Obverse, Reverse, Mint Mark Location, Special Features, etc.): One of the rarest and most intriguing US coins is the 1943-D Bronze/Copper Lincoln Wheat Cent. Nearly all pennies from 1943 are supposed to be steel cents.