<p>As the lowest denomination circulating coin issued, the <a href="https://www.govmint.com/us-coins/other-us-coins/cent" target="_blank">cent</a>, which is the proper numismatic term for coins that many call pennies, was the first coin (along with half cents) struck by the <a href="https://www.govmint.com/us-coins" target="_blank">U.S. Mint</a> beginning in 1793. Made…
During WWII, the military used copper for everything from shell casings to radio wire. To ensure a steady supply of copper, the U.S. Mint halted copper cents and issued special steel Lincoln Cents - but for just one year - 1943! These "Steelies" are popular with collectors and are difficult to locate. We recently acquired a cache of 1943 Steel Cents, and they're available in 50 - coin rolls only while supplies last!
