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It's a novelty item, pure and simple.
Think about it. How many others have you seen in circulation? Has there been any coverage on TV, radio, or in the newspapers about the Mint suddenly deciding to change the size of the 1-cent coin?
When the new gold-colored $1 coins were first issued there were was a media blitz with thousands of stories so that consumers would be familiar with them, stores and banks could be ready, etc., etc. The likelihood is somewhat less than zero that genuine mouse-sized pennies would be introduced with no warning.
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What is the Value of a tiny Indian head penny 1903?
If your coin is smaller than a normal US cent (19 mm) it's not real. Several companies make miniature replicas. They have no value to coin collectors.
How much is 1942 and 1943 copper pennies worth?
A 1942 copper penny is worth between $0.15 and $3.00. If you have a 1943 copper penny it is worth a lot more. In 1943 because of the war and the need for copper pennies in that year were made from steel. Steel pennies from 1943 are worth around $0.30 and $2.50. If you have a real 1943 copper penny take it to a coin shop or dealer and have them check it out to see if it is real.
What is the value of a 1910 Indian head penny?
It would be a real find because the last Indian Head cents were made in 1909. Please check again and post a new question.
What year was the first wheat penny made?
According to the US Treasury's web site, the first Lincoln Head penny was introduced August 2, 1909, replacing the Indian Head penny. It was the first coin to feature a real person and a president. It was in production until February 12, 1959 when it was replaced by the Lincoln Memorial Building in honor of President Lincoln's 150th birthday.
What is the value of a large 1877 Indian head penny?
A few bucks at the home-goods store that sold it. It's not real, it's a coaster made to look like a large copy of the most valuable date for Indian head cents. After all, would it have made "cents" for the Mint to strike a coin that's over 100 mm in diameter but only worth a penny?
Is a miniature 1944 penny real?
These miniature coin replicas are novelty items. They became popular during the Nixon era, touted as "inflation money". These novelty coins can often be found in dealers' miscellaneous bins for 25 cents or less.
Why will the real 1943 penny stick to amagnet but a real 1944 penny will not?
The 1943 penny is most likely made of steel, which is magnetic, while the 1944 penny is typically made of copper, which is not magnetic. This difference in composition is why the 1943 penny will stick to a magnet while the 1944 penny will not.
1942 steel penny Is it real I have such a penny. Am i hallucinating?
The best way to find out if it is real, simply use a magnet. It will cling to the magnet if it is a real steel penny.
What is the Value of a tiny Indian head penny 1903?
If your coin is smaller than a normal US cent (19 mm) it's not real. Several companies make miniature replicas. They have no value to coin collectors.
Is Minny a real word?
Mini* is, short for miniature
What is a real copper 1989 penny worth?
Solid copper pennies weren't made after the 60's.
What happens if you have a real lucky penny from Bermuda?
It seems if the penny were real lucky, you wouldn't have to ask.
What are moon penny?
"Moon penny" likely refers to a hypothetical coin that could be used to denote a very small or insignificant amount of money. It is not a real or official currency.
Is a 1970 s silver penny real?
Yes the 1970 penny is real silver and is worth keeping or even selling
Is the penny treasure a real book?
I am sorry to say that The Penny Treasure isn't real. It only exists on the show of iCarly on Nickelodeon.
Does a real 1943 copper penny stick to a magnet?
No, a real 1943 copper penny does not stick to a magnet because 1943 pennies were made of zinc-coated steel and not copper due to the shortage of copper during World War II.
Is a 1935 penny with liberty head on one side and wheat back penny real?
Probably not. It sounds similar to a "magician's coin" made by cutting apart 2 genuine coins and swapping the sides.
