2006-06-19 03:39:07 · 3 answers · asked by cbmaclean 4 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
The cent, once a copper coin, is now composed of copper-plated zinc. Copper-plated cents cost less to manufacture, and at 2.5 grams each, they weigh about 20% less than the older cent, which was 95 percent copper and 5 percent zinc.
So there's not enough copper there to make it worth your while -- it will cost more to get the copper than the value of the metal, even at $4 per pound.
2006-06-19 04:14:12 · answer #1 · answered by Dave_Stark 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i believe they stopped making copper pennies in 42 because they needed all copper for the war (bullets). so all pennies were made of steele. im not sure of the worth but they are extremely RARE. i would get a book of coins from library to get an idea of worth because alot will depend on condition.
2016-05-20 02:13:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, it is really worth nothing at all. And as a matter of fact, copper is very harmful for you. Well, you know what? it is your lucky day today.Because i liked you, i volunteer to accept all the copper coins you might have available. With a small fee for the damage of my health of course, plus postal expenses. Contact me to arrange details.
Scrooge Mac Duck.
2006-06-19 03:47:14 · answer #3 · answered by unknown u 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋