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1945-S 1C MS68 Red NGC....

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Description

1945-S Lincoln Cent, MS68 Red
Top-Grade Example

1945-S 1C MS68 Red NGC. The San Francisco Mint was occupied striking coins for the Philippines and various foreign countries in early 1945, reducing the mintage of Lincoln cents to 181 million pieces, more than 100 million fewer coins than the year before. This spectacular MS68 example exhibits impeccably preserved original red surfaces, with vibrant mint luster and a sharp strike. Overall eye appeal is outstanding. Census: 9 in 68 Red, 0 finer (10/25).(Registry values: N991)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22EJ, PCGS# 2740, Greysheet# 2108)

Weight: 3.11 grams

Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

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Auction Info

2025 November 13 - 14 US Coins Signature® Auction #1387 (go to Auction Home page)
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November
13th Thursday 12:50 pm CT
Auction Dates
November
13th-14th Thursday-Friday
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15 Days 17h 10m 59s
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2801 W. Airport Freeway
Dallas, TX 75261

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