But, although they are uncommon, they are hardly rare. The 1943 silver-colored penny is a wartime coin issue made of steel and coated with zinc. During World War II, the war effort required a lot of copper to make shell casings and munitions.
What is a 1943 Penny made of?
The answer depends on the composition of the 1943 penny. If the penny has a silver color, it is made of steel with a zinc coating to make it look nicer and protect it from rusting. They are relatively common in excellent condition since people tended to save them when they were first issued because they were unusual.
Is a 1943 Lincoln penny a rare copper variety?
If you have performed the test linked above, and you truly believe your 1943 Lincoln penny is the rare copper variety, you need to have it authenticated by a professional. Ultimately, you need to send it to a third-party grading service to have it authenticated and encapsulated.
