1998 Copper Lincoln Cent NGC Mint Error Unc

1998 Copper Lincoln Cent NGC Mint Error Unc 1998 Lincoln Memorial Cent NGC Uncirculated Partial Collar Mint Error Thomas J. Uram Hand-Signed Label This 1998 copper Lincoln Memorial Cent is a significant mint error, professionally graded by NGC as Uncirculated with a Partial Collar strike. This specific error occurs when the coin blank is not fully seated within the collar during the striking process, resulting in a distinct "railroad rim" appearance. This specimen is housed in a premium specialty slab featuring a hand-signed label by Thomas J. Uram, the retired Chairman of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee. Part of the prestigious North East Error Collection, this coin represents a rare combination of a dramatic mechanical mint error and a highly collectible pedigree label. As an uncirculated copper piece with high-level numismatic provenance, it is an exceptional find for specialists in error coinage and signed NGC holders. 1998 Lincoln Memorial Cent NGC Mint Error Partial Collar North East Error Collection Thomas Uram Signed Label Condition: This item is graded as Mint Error Uncirculated by NGC, indicating it has never been in circulation and retains its original luster. The mint is Philadelphia, as evidenced by the lack of a mint mark under the 1998 date. The metal content is copper-plated zinc. Historically, this coin is part of the North East Error Collection and features a special label hand-signed by Thomas J. Uram, the retired Chairman of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee. The strike type is a business strike produced with a partial collar error, which occurs when the coin is not fully seated in the collar during the striking process, resulting in a distorted edge. It is professionally graded and encapsulated by the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC). Lincoln Cent, 1998 Penny, Mint Error, Partial Collar, NGC Graded, Uncirculated, Numismatic, Coin Collecting, Thomas J. Uram, North East Error Collection, Slabbed Coin, US Currency, Lincoln Memorial Reverse, Error Coinage NGC graded coin, Lincoln penny, mint error, partial collar, uncirculated, numismatic collectible, 1998 penny, rare coin, certified coin, North East Error Collection 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 i