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Unless it is a rare coin, often due to a very low mintage, then it is probably worth its "melt value." That depends on the copper price that changes daily.
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The value of old copper pennies can vary depending on their condition, rarity, and year of minting. Generally, pre-1982 pennies minted in the United States are mostly composed of copper and may have a higher intrinsic metal value than their face value. It is recommended to consult with a coin expert or use online resources to determine the specific value of copper pennies.
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Why do some people hoard copper pennies?
The idea is to save copper pennies because their melt value is higher than face value. If the U.S. government eventually makes it legal to melt old pennies, then said hoarders can sell their pennies at a profit.
Is the ratio of copper to zinc in the pennies made after 1982 higher or lower than the ratio of copper to zinc in the pennies made before 1982?
The pre-1982 pennies are 95% copper and 5% zinc. Post-1982 cents are 97.5% zinc and 2.5% copper.
What is the property of copper?
it makes pennies
How much copper is in 300 pennies?
Since the composition of pennies changed in 1982 from 95% copper to 2.5% copper, the amount of copper in 300 pennies would depend on the year they were minted. Pre-1982 pennies would contain about 2.3 pounds of copper, while post-1982 pennies would only contain about 0.375 pounds of copper.
Is copper a coinage metal?
Yes, Copper is used in us Pennies.
Why do some people hoard copper pennies?
The idea is to save copper pennies because their melt value is higher than face value. If the U.S. government eventually makes it legal to melt old pennies, then said hoarders can sell their pennies at a profit.
What is the value of a silver penny1941?
American pennies have been copper in every year except 1943, when copper was scarce and pennies were made of steel. These days, pennies are more zinc than copper.
Why did the us stop making pennies out of copper?
Due to the rising price of copper, pennies were worth more than face value.
Do you have a list of the worth of copper pennies?
I would be impossible to give a value for all copper pennies. The only pennies made of mostly copper are those made before 1983. These have a melt value of 2 cents. To find the value of an individual coin ask another question structuring it like the one below(be sure to fill in the <> with the correct information): What is the value of a <date> <country of origin> <denomination>
Are copper pennies valuable?
For metal content, or melt value, copper pennies (pre-1982) are worth about 2 cents each. As far as collector value, that depends more on specific dates, mint marks, and condition.
What is the value of 1971 D pennies?
It's worth 2 cents for the copper.
What is the weight of 22000 pennies?
22,000 modern pennies weight about 121.28 pounds , based on 181.4 pennies per pound. The old copper pennies weigh more.
What is the scrap value of a British copper Penny?
British copper Pennies were last minted in 1860. If you have a Penny that old in good condition, you might be better off taking it to a reputable coin dealer for a valuation. Alternatively, the scrap value might be a few pence.
Does a penny have gold?
No, pennies do not contain gold. Modern pennies are mostly zinc with a little copper, older pennies are mostly copper with a little zinc.
What is the value of wheat pennies?
At least two cents for the copper.
How much money are the 1947 copper pennies worth?
Average value is 2 to 3 cents.
What is the dollar value of 100 pounds of loose pennies?
if they are pre-1982 US 95% pure copper pennies figure 95% of price of copper per lb X 100. if copper is $4 lb, then approx $390 for 100 lbs.
