Personal Finance

Saying Goodbye To The Penny

The penny has been with us for a long, long time but its time is coming to an end. No longer is it being picked up for good luck. No longer is it being worn in a penny loafer. The penny is a forgotten relic and will be disappearing soon, much to the dismay of many, mainly the zinc industry (zinc makes up most of a penny, not copper). So, why is the penny disappearing? Find out.