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1979 Cent, MS68 Red
Finest Condition Known

1979 1C MS68 Red PCGS. A beautifully preserved, sharply struck 1979 Lincoln cent, showing virtually flawless copper-red luster and frosty, carbon-free surfaces. The coin just glows when rotated beneath a light. This piece is tied for the finest certified and is conditionally rare as such. Population: 7 in 68 Red, 0 finer (6/16).(Registry values: P1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22HD, PCGS# 2995, Greysheet# 2254)

Weight: 3.11 grams

Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
August, 2016
10th-14th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 11
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
17.5% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Aug 10, 2016 for: $2,232.50
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