1943-D Bronze Cent, MS64 Brown Famous Wrong Planchet Error Unique1943-D 1C Struck on a Bronze Planchet MS64 Brown PCGS. Ex: Simpson. The 1943-D bronze Lincoln cent is a legendary rarity, with just a single example known to collectors. This sought-after wrong planchet error is the Holy Grail of error collectors, but its appeal extends far beyond traditional numismatics. Like its slightly more available Philadelphia and San Francisco Mint counterparts, the 1943-D bronze Lincoln cent has an "everyman" appeal that is missing with most numismatic rarities. Generations of school children have thrilled to colorful ads in comic books promising a fortune to anyone lucky enough to find a 1943 "copper" cent in change. Their parents have pondered more sophisticated advertisements in mainstream magazines. Many suburban and blue-collar workers marveled at the unfounded mid-20th century rumor that Henry Ford would give a new car to anyone who could provide him with a "copper" 1943 cent, despite the Ford Motor Company's repeated denials. The 1943 bronze cents have been recognized and avidly sought by the general public more than any other great numismatic rarity. Heritage Auctions is privileged to present the finest-known and rarest example of the famous 1943 "copper" cents in just its third auction appearance.