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1925 S LINCOLN WHEAT CENT U.S. PENNY ERROR COIN #12

Description: FREE SHIPPING This 1925 S Lincoln Wheat Cent is a rare error coin that will make a great addition to any coin collection. The coin was struck in San Francisco by the U.S. Mint and is composed of copper. It is a circulated coin that has not been graded or certified. The small cent features the iconic portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse side and two wheat ears on the reverse side. This particular coin is unique due to its errors, making it a must-have for collectors. Don't miss out on the opportunity to add this rare find to your collection. The 1925-S Lincoln Wheat Penny is a fascinating coin for collectors and numismatists. Here’s a brief history and key points about it: History and Minting Year and Mint: The coin was minted in 1925 at the San Francisco Mint, which is indicated by the "S" mint mark below the date. Design: The Lincoln Wheat Penny, designed by Victor David Brenner, features a profile of President Abraham Lincoln on the obverse (front) and two wheat stalks on the reverse (back), which represent the coin’s moniker “Wheat Penny.” Mintage and Rarity Mintage Numbers: The 1925-S Lincoln Wheat Penny had a relatively low mintage of 26,380,000 coins, making it one of the scarcer issues among Lincoln Cents from the 1920s. Rarity: While it’s not the rarest Lincoln Wheat Penny, it is sought after, particularly in higher grades due to its lower mintage and the difficulties in finding well-struck examples. Collecting and Value Condition and Grading: The value of a 1925-S Wheat Penny depends greatly on its condition. Coins in higher grades, such as Extremely Fine (EF) or Mint State (MS), are significantly more valuable. Common Issues: Many 1925-S pennies suffer from poor strikes and heavy wear, which can affect their collectability and value. Historical Context Economic Conditions: The 1920s were a period of economic growth in the United States, known as the “Roaring Twenties,” but the decade was also leading up to the Great Depression. The coin reflects an era of significant social and economic change. In summary, the 1925-S Lincoln Wheat Penny is a notable coin for collectors due to its age, design, and the challenges of finding high-quality specimens. Its value and appeal continue to make it a popular choice among coin enthusiasts. Errors There are numerous classifications and types of errors that are due to the incorrect striking of a coin. Examples include off-center strikes, numerous strikes, switched dies, uneven dies, ineffective strikes, and overstrikes. There are five types of mint errors that predominantly relate to the die of the coin: die breaks, uneven dies, conflicted dies, alternated dies, and combined variations. One of the most popular error coins is the off-center struck coin. When the space is fed into the press inappropriately, it strikes the coin improperly because the dies only strike the blank that is inserted in the press and throws everything off. An error coin is a currency that was not appropriately created during its manufacture or is beyond of adequate tolerance thresholds. Error coins may have problems such as being struck off-middle, having the incorrect planchet type, the circle and base of the coin, having the planchets improperly manufactured so they are too thick, or too thin, improperly made, or any number of other complications that occur during coin manufacturing, like bending or swirls along the edges. Additionally, the coin die may be smashed during manufacture and lead to various error denominations being produced from the damaged coin dies. For example, it may crack due to misuse. Equally, a coin die may not have been manufactured accurately will also lead to an assortment of coin errors.

Price: 582.95 USD

Location: San Diego, California

End Time: 2024-09-15T01:30:00.000Z

Shipping Cost: N/A USD

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Item Specifics

Restocking Fee: No

Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer

All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

Item must be returned within: 30 Days

Refund will be given as: Money Back

Denomination: Small Cent

Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated

Coin: Lincoln Wheat

Composition: Copper

Year: 1925

Strike Type: U.S. Mint

Mint Location: San Francisco

Grade: Ungraded

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Certification: Uncertified

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