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1988 SAN FRANCISCO MINT COPPER WHEAT CENT INB
San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent INB Grade
This copper specimen features the iconic Lincoln Wheat Cent design, struck at the historic San Francisco Mint. The coin is housed in a professional protective slab from the International Numismatic Bureau (INB), featuring a distinctive green label that ensures the preservation of the copper surfaces. As a "S" mint mark wheat penny, this piece represents a classic era of American numismatics, showcasing the traditional wheat ears reverse design that was retired in 1958. This specific copper cent is an excellent addition for collectors looking for slabbed San Francisco coinage in an INB holder.
San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent INB Graded Slabbed
Condition: This item is housed in an International Numismatic Bureau (INB) slab and exhibits a circulated brown patina. The copper metal content reflects the standard composition for the Wheat Cent series, which was produced at the San Francisco Mint as indicated by the label. The historical context of the Wheat Cent spans from 1909 to 1958, featuring the iconic Lincoln obverse and the stalks of wheat on the reverse. This specimen represents a business strike issued for general circulation, and while the exact numeric grade is not specified on the INB label, it is preserved in a protective holder.
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