Why are the 1943 Steel Cents considered memorabilia?
1943 Steel Cent Mint Mark Collection
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The 1943 Steel Cents are considered WWII memorabilia because they represent a unique response to wartime material shortages and serve as tangible reminders of America's home front efforts during the war. This historical context adds depth and meaning to the collection.
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1943 Steel Cent Mint Mark Collection
" A unique chapter in American coinage history unfolded in 1943 with the wartime production of the steel Lincoln Penny. Initially introduced in 1909 to honor Abraham Lincoln's centennial, the penny's design, featuring Victor D. Brenner's iconic portrait, had remained relatively cons...
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