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1939 Lincoln Wheat Cent Copper Coin INB Slabbed
1939 Lincoln Wheat Cent Copper Coin INB Slabbed
This vintage 1939 Lincoln Wheat Cent is a classic piece of American numismatic history, struck in copper and preserved in a professional International Numismatic Bureau (INB) slabbed holder. The obverse features the iconic profile of Abraham Lincoln, while the reverse displays the traditional wheat stalks that define this beloved series. Being over 80 years old, this copper coin represents a significant era in U.S. coinage before the wartime composition changes of the early 1940s. This specific item comes protected in a clear INB holder with a green label and unique serial numbering, ensuring the coin remains shielded from environmental wear while providing a professional display for any collection. The rich copper tones and historic design make this 1939 wheat cent an essential addition for collectors seeking slabbed examples of early 20th-century American currency.
1939 Lincoln Wheat Cent Copper Coin INB Slabbed
Condition: This 1939 Lincoln Wheat Cent is presented in a slab by the International Numismatic Bureau (INB). The coin displays a circulated brown patina consistent with its age, with visible details on Lincoln's profile and the "One Cent" wheat stalks on the reverse. The Philadelphia Mint produced this business strike coin using a composition of 95% copper and 5% tin and zinc. Historically, the 1939 Wheat Cent was struck during the final years of the Great Depression, shortly before the United States entered World War II and transitioned to steel compositions for the penny in 1943. This item is identified as a copper coin and is categorized within the popular 1909-1958 Lincoln Wheat Cent series. The slab serves as a protective holder and provides a reference number for the piece.
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