2018 United States Lincoln Copper Cross Cent

2018 United States Lincoln Copper Cross Cent 2018 United States Lincoln Shield Cent Copper Cross Cut-Out Coin This 2018 United States Lincoln Shield Cent features a precision-cut cross in the center, transforming the copper-plated zinc coin into a unique religious keepsake or token. The obverse displays the classic portrait of Abraham Lincoln along with the 2018 date and the "In God We Trust" motto, while the reverse shows the Union Shield design. These novelty coins are often used as "pocket crosses" or witness tokens to share faith. This piece retains its original copper luster and highlights the detailed craftsmanship required to create the distinct cross silhouette through the metal. 2018 United States Lincoln Copper Shield Cent Cross Cutout Condition: The item is a 2018 Lincoln Shield Cent that has been physically altered with a cross-shaped cutout in the center. The surfaces show a dull, circulated copper tone with minor spotting and signs of handling. The edges of the internal cutout appear slightly rough from the stamping process. The original coin features are partially visible, including the date 2018 and the Philadelphia mint mark (no mint mark). The metal content is copper-plated zinc. Historically, these items are often created as folk art or religious tokens. The strike type is a standard business strike that has been modified after leaving the mint. There is no official numismatic grade as the item is considered damaged/altered. penny, cross, cutout, Lincoln cent, religious, coin, copper, token, 133, Christian, numismatics, punched, hobo nickel, novelty, pocket piece cut out cross penny, christian pocket coin, religious lucky penny, laser cut coin, religious jewelry supplies, hand stamped penny, cross cutout coin, christian faith gift, unique coin art, christian keepsake 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 transactions are processed after the auction closes, and invoices are finalized. Charges may occur hours or days after the auction, depending on processing, invoice preparation, and shipping calculations. The auction house does ex