USA 1 cent Lincoln Wheat Penny 1943
USA, Denver
Rarity
Common
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 1 cent |
| Krause number | KM# 132a |
| Mintage | 217,660,000 |
| Metal | Zinc plated Steel |
| thickness | 1.55 mm |
| diameter | 19.05 mm |
| weight | 2.7 g |
Obverse:
Head of state
Description:
Abraham Lincoln (16th President of the USA)
Creators:
Victor David Brenner (VDB)
IN GOD WE TRUST
LIBERTY
Reverse:
Plant
Description:
Ears
Creators:
Victor David Brenner (VDB)
E PLURIBUS UNUM
ONE CENT
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
This is a common coin that was widely hoarded at the time of issue. Numerous gems have been certified. As is true of most coins struck during the war years, the Denver Mint edition is the most consistently well made of the three mints' output. Several repunched mintmark varieties are known for 1943-D cents. The best of these, FS-501, is among the most dramatic RPM varieties for the Lincoln Cent series and is extremely popular.Read More
