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1923-S Cent, MS65 Red
Among the Finest at Both Services

1923-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. This top-pop Gem Lincoln cent derives from a mintage of 8.7 million pieces. Most Mint State 1923-S survivors are found in MS63 and MS64 in the Red and Brown color category. Red-designated submissions represent less than 11% of the total certified population at PCGS.

Each side is overwhelmingly copper-orange with a faint woodgrain pattern on the obverse. The surfaces are exceptionally clean and highly lustrous. The wheat stalks and lettering are strongly defined; softness is limited to Lincoln's beard. Population: 17 in 65 (1 in 65+) Red, 0 finer (11/20).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22CB, PCGS# 2548, Greysheet# 1882)

Weight: 3.11 grams

Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2021
20th-24th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 27
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
20% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jan 21, 2021 for: $36,000.00
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