The 1943 Bronze Lincoln Cent is one of the most famous error coins in U.S. history. During World War II, most pennies were made of steel to save copper for the war effort, but “a rare few were mistakenly manufactured” in bronze instead.
When the first coins appeared in circulation in 1947, “they captured the public’s imagination,” quickly becoming a collector’s dream.
Interest in the coin “flourished overnight,” and it has remained highly sought after ever since.
Featuring the familiar image of Abraham Lincoln on the front, each coin shows “the expected amount of historical wear and tear,” adding to its charm.
Today, the 1943 Bronze Lincoln Cent continues to fascinate coin enthusiasts worldwide as a rare piece of American history.
