1940-S Lincoln Cent MS-66 NGC (Red)
Numismatic
1940-S Lincoln Cent MS-66 NGC (Red)
The year 1940 marked a prolific period for the San Francisco Mint, which produced over 112 million Lincoln Cents. Finding one of these copper pennies today that retains its original, vibrant red luster is an exciting encounter for those who appreciate the finer details of mid-twentieth-century American coinage. This specific coin has been graded in Mint State 66 (MS-66) with a Red designation, indicating that it has kept its bright, original copper color over the decades. The obverse displays the classic profile of Abraham Lincoln, flanked by the word LIBERTY and the date 1940, with the S mint mark of San Francisco visible below the year. Above his portrait, the timeless motto IN GOD WE TRUST arches gracefully along the upper rim.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1940 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | MS-66 (NGC) |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Cent |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.50 mm |
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