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Steel Pennies
In 1943, copper was needed for war materials, so pennies were made out of zinc-coated steel.
Artifact Information
Date Created:
1943
Created By:
U.S. Mint
Primary Source Type:
3D
Original or Replica:
Original
Time Frame:
The General
Program:
Attic Artifacts: World War II Kids
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Collection:
IKEducation