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1943 Steele Penny 2.8 Grams

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2Takes

2Takes

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I HAVE A 1943 STEELE PENNY THAT WEIGHS 2.8 GRAMS AND IS A LOT DARKER THAN MY OTHER 43 STEELE IT LOOKS ALMOST IDENTICAL TO THE RECENTLY CERTIFIED EXPERIMENTAL 43 STEELE COATED IN IRON ANATOMY AND ZINC

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Conder101

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The weight is normal for the steel cent, the dark color comes from the oxidation of the zinc and steel.  The coin is showing environmental damage from corrosion.

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Mohawk

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Well....I see the coin has some heavy corrosion on it.  My thoughts are that the light weight of the cent is caused by metal loss due to the corrosion.

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