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This undated photo provided by Heritage Auctions shows a glass U.S. penny. The rare coin was manufactured as a possible alternative to copper during WWII. Heritage Auctions announced Friday, Jan. 6, 2017, that the penny was sold during Thursday's auction based in Fort Lauderdale to an American buyer who wishes to remain anonymous.
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