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1943 1 Cent–50 Cent 5-pc Set BU
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407993
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1943 American Coin Classics Set — The Greatest Generation’s Pocket Change
These are the coins that lined the pockets of our parents and grandparents as the United States was in the thick of World War II. This American Classics Five-Piece Set brings together the circulating coins from 1943. You’ll receive a one-year-only Lincoln Steel Cent and a Jefferson “Silver” Nickel, both struck without copper or nickel so the U.S. Mint’s supply could be used for the war effort. You’ll also receive the classic Mercury Dime, along with the Washington Quarter and Walking Liberty Half Dollar — each of these three coins struck in highly pure 90% fine silver. Though these types of coins circulated heavily, this set comes in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition! each set will also come beautifully housed in a custom-designed 3" x 5" storycard holder.
COIN HIGHLIGHTS:
- POCKET CHANGE FROM WORLD WAR II – This set includes a penny, nickel, dime, quarter and half-dollar — all dated 1943 when America was in the midst of World War II.
- LEGAL-TENDER COINS –These coins are all legal tender in the United States.
- BRILLIANT UNCIRCULATED CONDITION – Each coin in this set comes in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, as sharp and fresh as they day they left the mint more than 75 years ago!
Pay tribute to the Greatest Generation and the patriotic efforts on the home front with this 1943 American Coin Classics Five-Piece Set. Draft one into your cart today!
| Availability | Available For Order |
|---|---|
| Year of Issue | 1943 |
| Country | United States |
| Composition | Mixed Metal |
| Purity | N/A, 0.9000 |
| Condition | Uncirculated |
|---|---|
| Grade | BU |
| Denomination | 0.01, 0.05, 0.10, 0.25, 0.50 |
| Currency Type | Dollar |
| Coin Weight | 29.36 Grams - g |
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