1972 Lincoln Copper Cent Curved Clip ANACS AU55

1972 Lincoln Copper Cent Curved Clip ANACS AU55 1972 Lincoln Memorial Copper Cent Curved Clip ANACS AU55 This 1972 Lincoln Memorial copper cent features a significant mint error known as a curved clip, occurring when the coin blank is punched from the edge of a previously punched hole in the planchet strip. This copper specimen has been professionally graded and encapsulated by ANACS as AU55 (About Uncirculated), showing only light wear on the highest points of the design while retaining its original character. The ANACS holder confirms a weight of 3.00 grams, which is consistent with the missing metal from the clipping process. As a notable error from the 1970s, this copper penny displays the characteristic Blakesley effect opposite the clip, making it a desirable addition for collectors specializing in numismatic errors and Lincoln cent varieties. 1972 Lincoln Memorial Copper Cent Curved Clip Error ANACS AU55 Condition: This specimen is graded AU55 by ANACS, indicating it is in About Uncirculated condition with slight wear on the highest points of the design and a significant portion of the original mint luster remaining. The coin features a notable mint error known as a curved clip, where a portion of the planchet was missing prior to striking due to an overlapping punch during the manufacturing process. This specific error coin weighs 3.00 grams as noted on the holder. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this copper piece represents a 1970s era Lincoln Memorial cent, characterized by its 95% copper and 5% zinc composition. As a business strike type, it was intended for circulation before being identified as a numismatic error and preserved in a professional grading slab. 1972 penny, ANACS, curved clip, mint error, Lincoln cent, AU 55, coin grading, numismatics, slabbed coin, US currency, authenticated, error coin, collectible, one cent 1972 Lincoln Cent, curved clip error, ANACS graded, AU 55, mint error coin, numismatic collectible, rare penny, error coin authentication, Lincoln Memorial cent, planchet error IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchanges, no credits, and no cancellations for any reason. Auction tran