Unique Copper Cross Lincoln Penny Cutout $130

Unique Copper Cross Lincoln Penny Cutout $130 This unique collectible features a genuine copper Lincoln Wheat Cent that has been meticulously modified with a precision-cut cross in the center. The intricate cutout preserves the original coin's peripheral details, including the "In God We Trust" and "Liberty" inscriptions, which gain a profound new symbolic meaning when framed around the cross. The coin displays a rich, natural copper patina with authentic wear, indicating its history as a circulated piece of American currency before its transformation into a work of folk art. Such "cut-out" coins are highly sought after by exonumia collectors and those interested in religious keepsakes, as they require significant skill to create without warping the original metal. This specific piece is housed in a protective numismatic flip with a reference label, ensuring its condition is preserved for display or as a meaningful gift for a collector of unique Americana. Condition: This item is a modified United States Lincoln cent that has been significantly altered through a mechanical cutout process to create a cross-shaped void in the center. The surface shows a circulated brown patina with moderate wear on the remaining lettering and features. Because it has been intentionally cut, it is considered a damaged or altered coin rather than a numismatic specimen in a standard grade. The mint mark is "D," indicating it was originally struck at the Denver Mint, though the specific date is partially missing due to the cutout. Based on the visible "19" and "4" in the date area, it was produced in the 1940s. The metal content for a Denver cent from this era is 95% copper and 5% tin and zinc. Historically, these cutouts are considered folk art or "pockets pieces" often created for religious or novelty purposes. The strike type is a standard business strike intended for circulation. There is no professional numismatic grading for this item as major services do not grade coins with intentional structural alterations or "post-mint damage." penny, cross, cutout, Lincoln cent, religious, coin, copper, token, numismatic, novelty, jewelry, christianity, faith, stamped, punch out cross cutout penny, religious coin, christian novelty, stamped penny, lincoln cent, coin art, collectible coin, spiritual gift, cutout coin jewelry, lucky penny 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. Th