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Lincoln Memorial Cent, MS64+
Struck on a 2.8-Gram Screw

Undated Lincoln Memorial Cent -- Struck on a 2.8 gram Screw -- MS64+ PCGS. A metal screw, approximately 30 mm in length, was struck between Lincoln Memorial cent dies to create the present dramatic mint error. The screw appears to have a steel alloy, but portions of the piece struck by the reverse die have a copper-red color, perhaps from traces of copper in the die chamber that adhered to the screw during the strike. The threads of the screw are mostly flattened on the obverse side, which displays LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRU. Lincoln's head is present except for his jaw, mouth, and nosetip. On the reverse, the screw threads are partial. Flat areas show ONE CEN and the bottom left portion of the Lincoln Memorial. A memorable minting mishap.

Coin Index Numbers: (PCGS# 661903)


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2026
14th-17th Wednesday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 33
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Sold on Jan 14, 2026 for: $20,740.00
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