Pennies primarily became the coin of choice for presses during the 1901 and 1904 World’s Fairs, according to the NGC. A ...

If you have ever visited an amusement park, a large zoo or another family-oriented vacation spot, you have probably seen penny-press machines. You put in your penny along with the fee—typically 50 ...

Plop in a penny, plus a few extra pieces of change, and out comes a flat, elongated copper coin that is quite possibly one of summer’s favorite souvenirs. (Talk about making the budget stretch.) Call ...