1943 ICG Genuine Steel Cent Blue Core Slab

1943 ICG Genuine Steel Cent Blue Core Slab 1943 ICG Genuine Steel Cent Blue Core Slab This 1943 Lincoln Steel Cent is encapsulated in a distinctive ICG Blue Core slab, a specialized holder that adds a unique aesthetic appeal to this World War II-era treasure. Produced during a period of intense resource conservation, these coins were minted from zinc-coated steel to save copper for the war effort. The coin is officially designated as Genuine by Independent Coin Graders (ICG), confirming its status as an original issue from the only year the United States produced a steel penny for general circulation. The Blue Core insert provides a striking contrast to the metallic grey of the steel cent, making it a standout addition for any collector of historical wartime coinage or those who appreciate rare slab varieties. 1943 ICG Genuine Steel Cent Blue Core Slab Condition: This 1943 Lincoln Cent is encapsulated by ICG and designated as Genuine. The coin exhibits a circulated appearance with visible wear on the high points of the design. The metal surface shows typical oxidation and darkening consistent with mid-20th-century steel coinage. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin is composed of a steel core plated with zinc, a metal content change necessitated by the demand for copper during World War II. These steel cents were only produced for a single year in 1943 to conserve copper for ammunition and military equipment. This is a business strike type, graded as Genuine by Independent Coin Graders (ICG) in their distinctive blue core slab holder. 1943, Steel Cent, ICG Genuine, Blue Core Slab, Lincoln Penny, Coin Grading, Heritage Coins, Numismatics, US Currency, Collectible Coin, Wheat Penny, Slabbed Coin, Obverse, Reverse 1943 steel cent, Lincoln wheat penny, ICG graded coins, World War II coins, numismatics, rare pennies, heritage coins, blue core slab, collectible US currency, genuine steel penny IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchanges, no credits, and no cancellations for any reason. Auction transactions are processed after the auction closes, and invoices are finalized. Charges may occur hours or days after the