What is wrong with this 1997 penny?

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  1. AnnaThomas8

    AnnaThomas8 Member

    Why is going on here on this penny?
     

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  3. SensibleSal66

    SensibleSal66 U.S Casual Collector / Error Collector

    Excessive Post Mint Damage.
    The copper layer has been removed exposing the zinc layer.
     
    SensibleSal66, Dec 15, 2023
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  4. Pickin and Grinin

    Pickin and Grinin Well-Known Member

    Yes as Sal said. The copper plating is thin on ZLincons. Abrasive contact to the high points will remove the plating.
    These are pretty common to find in rolls or pocket change.
     
    Pickin and Grinin, Dec 15, 2023
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  5. AnnaThomas8

    AnnaThomas8 Member

    Do they hold any value? I haven’t seen a penny that great as this one before.
     
    AnnaThomas8, Dec 15, 2023
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  6. Pickin and Grinin

    Pickin and Grinin Well-Known Member

    They are damaged, worth 1 cent.
     
    Pickin and Grinin, Dec 15, 2023
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  7. Jeffjay

    Jeffjay Well-Known Member

    It's a zinc cent. Spend it before it rots away.
     
    Jeffjay, Dec 15, 2023
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  8. AnnaThomas8

    AnnaThomas8 Member

    Thank you
     
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  9. Jersey magic man

    Jersey magic man Supporter! Supporter

    Nothing.
     
    Jersey magic man, Dec 15, 2023
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