Own a tangible piece of World War II history with this unique collection of four emergency coins. When copper and nickel were crucial for the war effort, the Mint turned to alternative materials. Copper was needed for bullets and shells, while nickel was crucial for the manufacturing of guns, tanks, and airplanes. So, the U.S. Mint briefly struck pennies out of steel, and nickels out of 35% silver, resulting in coins that collectors still avidly seek out over 80 years later!
This set includes the iconic 1943 Steel Penny, a one-year-only issue and the sole steel coin in U.S. history. Its distinctive silvery hue sets it apart from regular Lincoln Cents, while retaining the classic Lincoln portrait and "wheat ears" reverse. Also included are three Silver Nickels, struck from 35% silver to conserve nickel for the war effort. Nickel These rare "war nickels" are easily identified by their large mint marks above Monticello on the reverse of the coin, and this collection features one example from each of the Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Denver Mints. This was the first and only period when Jefferson Nickels were made of silver, and had mintmarks above Monitcello on the reverse!
The set comes in a protective coin wallet with historical information and a Certificate of Authenticity. Bring tangible pieces of US and WWII history to your collection today with this unique 1943-1945 P, D, S 35% Silver Nickel Set!
Highlights:
- (3) 35% Silver Nickels
- Bonus 1943 Steel Penny
- Certificate of Authenticity included
