Unveiling The Microscopic Thickness Of A Penny: A Numismatic Curiosity
Understanding coin thickness is crucial for coin collecting, classification, and general knowledge. The thickness of a penny, specifically the Lincoln penny, is 1.52 mm (0.060 inches). This thickness falls within the range of other US coins, including the nickel (1.95 mm), dime (1.35 mm), quarter (1.75 mm), golden dollar (1.95 mm), half dollar (2.15 mm),…