I couldn't pass this over today for $2.00. I haven't seen to many steel pennies (cents) not corroded. And this one was very clean I hate Lincolns but.... The reverse could be a clearer photo but maybe I'll try later. Ruben
Theres a bunch like that out there, but for the S mint, you got a good deal. Nice Coin, everyone should have a nice example of a steel cent. Good history behind them
Ah - I understand. I thought you were saying that the SF mint Steelies pitted less that Phili or Denver
I know a lot of those were resurfaced. I have one and they look nice but are worth less. Is that one original.
At first I thought it was probably reprocessed but then I looked at mine. Now I think it has original surfaces. Nice coin. Get it well protected (an Airtite?) since zinc is a rather reactive metal in moist air.
A regular case of what? Considering you're dealing with zinc, give it all the protection reasonable. When exposed to air even with moderate humidity, it will start by darkening some. But the real problem is when the zinc goes powdery white (zinc oxide?). At that point it's too late. And of course once the zinc layer is breeched, the steel will start rusting. All this happens a lot more quickly than with other coining metals.
That is a nice coin. better than most of the 43 s examples I have seen in quite some time. I have a few 65 and 66's and that coin could rival those evenly!
I have to say it almost looks like copper to me from the pics. I think you a rich man and don't know it yet Jazzcoins joe
Nice coin. :thumb: The funny thing about zinc is that it is a sacraficial metal. I know the put it on the steel to protect it, but they had to have know that in time the zinc would be completely gone due to oxidation. without protection over the zinc it has a finite life span in normal conditions. Cool dry conditions are best for an optimal lifespan of the zinc.
