This one appears to be uncirculated and properly stored to avoid wear and retain its bright copper-red color. In August 2006, ...

This penny is currently valued at more than $117,000 ... are so well preserved you can still see the original bright red-copper color. These coins are valued at $126,500 and in particularly ...

The penny then appears to turn to gold when heated in a flame. Heat causes a fusion of zinc and copper to form brass (gold-colored). Brass is 60-82% Cu and 18-40% Zn. To Conduct Demonstration Heat ...