Strange 1928-s Wheat Penny Help??

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  1. spare_some_change

    spare_some_change New Member

    I came across an odd 1928-s wheat penny that does not appear to be 95% copper is anyone aware of the existence of any such coin? It appears to be similar to a steel penny but the metal is a bit darker looking in color like iron or something and I do not want to attempt to clean it up. Any help would be appreciated.

    Thanks in advance
     
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  3. Paddy54

    Paddy54 Well-Known Member

    Picture?
     
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  4. furryfrog02

    furryfrog02 Well-Known Member

  5. Kentucky

    Kentucky Supporter! Supporter

    Let's see it
     
  6. paddyman98

    paddyman98 I'm a professional expert in specializing! Supporter

    Does it say Penny or CENT on the back?

    Let me think... 2018 - 1928 = 90 years... hmmm
    Environmental Damage!
     
  7. Pickin and Grinin

    Pickin and Grinin Well-Known Member

    Can't help with out photos.
     
  8. Phil Ham

    Phil Ham Hamster

    The 1928-S cent is reasonably rare at 17,266,000 mintage. It is worth about a buck in G-4 condition. I've not heard of a steel 1928-S cent, but it would certainly be valuable if it is real. Have you weighed the coin? It should weigh about 3.1 grams if it 95% copper. It could be a little less weight if in poor condition.
     
  9. furryfrog02

    furryfrog02 Well-Known Member

    My guess is that it is crusty. Calling it now.
     
  10. Paddy54

    Paddy54 Well-Known Member

    I wouldn't call 17.25 million mintage any where near rare....
     
  11. Wheatmaster101

    Wheatmaster101 U.S. Cent Collector

    This guy posted and left to never return...
     
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