1922 1C NO D, RB

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1922 No D Weak Reverse Lincoln Cent Error, Legendary MS 64 Red and Brown Preservation

1922 No D 1C Weak Reverse MS 64 Red and Brown PCGS. Die Pair Three. Unknown until many years after its production, this error did not gain widespread popularity among cent collectors until the mid-1930s. Not surprisingly, many of the pieces gleaned from circulation through the early 1950s display extensive wear and correspondingly diminished eye appeal. A legendary rarity in Mint State condition, the 1922 No D Lincoln cent's desirability is further enhanced by the conditionally challenging status of the 1922-D. While many advanced cent collectors would be thrilled to own an example that grades XF or AU, we are proud to offer the present near-Gem representative for specialists who want to combine absolute rarity with essentially unsurpassable surface preservation.
This coin displays mushy definition throughout the reverse that is diagnostic of the die pairing. We do note, however, that the O in ONE is uncommonly well defined for a product of this reverse die. Golden-orange luster and tan-brown patina lie swirled together over both sides. The surfaces are largely free of detracting features, but a small abrasion in the obverse field below TRUST is important for pedigree purposes. PCGS reports a mere 7 examples in MS 64 Red and Brown with none finer (11/99).
From the Richard Doyle Collection.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22C9, Variety PCGS# 2541, Base PCGS# 2538, Greysheet# 1872)

Weight: 3.11 grams

Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

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