π¨ BREAKING: 1943 Copper Penny Sells for $2,000,000 in New York Auction!
ποΈ Auction House: Heritage Auctions, New York
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Date: June 2025
π° Final Hammer Price: $2,000,000 USD (Including Buyerβs Premium)

π Key Details of the Record-Setting Coin
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Grade: PCGS MS-66+ RD (Red) β The finest known example!
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Mintmark: Philadelphia (No “D” or “S”) β Only 5-10 confirmed in existence.
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Provenance: Previously owned by a private collector since 1960.
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Auction Competition: 7 elite bidders drove the price to $2M.
π Why This Penny Is Worth $2 Million
β Ultra-Rarity: Fewer than 40 genuine 1943 copper pennies exist.
β Historical Significance: A WWII minting error never meant to exist.
β Perfect Condition: Full red luster, zero wear β a true museum-quality coin.
β Investment Demand: Ultra-high-net-worth collectors competed fiercely.
π How to Verify If Yours Is Real
1οΈβ£ Magnet Test: Must NOT stick (real copper is non-magnetic).
2οΈβ£ Weight Check: Must be 3.11 grams (steel pennies weigh 2.7g).
3οΈβ£ Professional Grading: Only PCGS/NGC-certified coins sell for millions.
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