A single penny weighs 2.5 grams or roughly 0.088 ounces. So, 16 ounces, which is equal to a pound, divided by 0.088 ounces equals 181 pennies, with a dollar amount of $1.81.

A pound of scrap copper can be exchanged for between $0.10 and $4.00. The exact price per pound will depend on the availability and the condition of the scrap metal.

You can receive between $0.12 and $0.90 per pound of aluminum scrap. The exact price per pound depends on the condition of the scrap metal and what form it comes in.

Silver is a precious metal that is viewed as a safe investment alternative. Whether you want to hedge your assets against inflation or just want a hard asset to liquidate during hard times, precious silver could be the exact thing you’re looking for. But like all precious metals, the value of silver fluctuates due to several factors.