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1940-S San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent
1940-S San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent INB Graded Slab
This 1940-S San Francisco Mint copper Wheat Cent is an excellent addition to any collection of vintage United States coinage. Struck at the historic San Francisco Mint, this copper coin features the classic Lincoln profile on the obverse and the iconic wheat stalks on the reverse. The coin comes protected in a slab from the International Numismatic Bureau (INB), featuring a green label that provides a professional presentation and long-term preservation for the copper surface. The S mint mark signifies its origin from the West Coast facility, making it a sought-after piece for those completing a date and mint mark set of early 20th-century copper pennies.
1940-S San Francisco Mint Lincoln Wheat Cent Copper Penny INB Graded
Condition: This 1940 Lincoln Wheat Cent is presented in a protective slab from the International Numismatic Bureau (INB). The coin displays a circulated brown patina consistent with its copper composition. The obverse features the bust of Abraham Lincoln, while the reverse shows the classic wheat stalk design. It was struck at the San Francisco Mint, as indicated by the S mint mark. This coin is a business strike produced during the pre-World War II era, representing a significant period in American numismatic history before the 1943 steel cent transition. The metal content consists of a copper-heavy alloy typical of the era. The item is professionally housed in a graded holder, though a specific numerical grade is not visible on the provided label.
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