1999 penny that looks like a steel penny

[Xfiles]

I have this penny that looks like a steel penny. I can see copper on the top of IN GOD WE TRUST ... what does every think ... is this possible?


Edward

[1sgret]

The colors of the photos make it too hard to determine if it is an "Unplated Lincoln", however with the pitting and roughness of the surface of the coin I would venture to say it is Post Mint Damage. Lets see what others have to say.

[legend]

Folks it is EASY to deplate the copper off a Lincoln. I will not ever post it publicly, as too many of our cents are being Shipped to China already. If people knew this method, there would also be a rash of unplated cents like crazy. And, it is nearly undetectable. Beware unplated zinc authenticity.

[trails]

You are right. Be very careful when purchasing an unplated coin, no matter what denomination.

BJ Neff