It occurred to me just now that the value of a U.S. copper cent (1982 and before) generally ranges from around 2-1/2 to 3 cents. But that is approximately what the value of an aluminum can is!
So which is better and why?
Copper pennies take a lot less space than crushed aluminum cans and you don’t have to worry about them attracting bees.
Aluminum cans, on the other hand, can be legally melted and are on the U.S. government’s list of 50 critical minerals, so the government is benefiting by us recycling and melting down cans.
I personally do both. Another thing about the cans is that I don’t mind leaving them outside in my back yard. A potential thief would have to be really desperate to steal aluminum cans!
So, what do you guys think?