1986-S Lincoln Cent Gem Proof (Red)
Numismatic
1986-S Lincoln Cent Gem Proof (Red)
The 1986-S Lincoln Cent represents a brilliant example of modern American proof coinage. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this coin features a high-copper composition consisting of 95 percent copper, with the remaining 5 percent made of tin and zinc. As a Gem Proof issue, it showcases the sharp details and mirror-like finishes characteristic of specialized proof manufacturing. The obverse of the coin displays the classic right-facing bust of Abraham Lincoln, a design created by Victor David Brenner. This side bears the inscriptions "IN GOD WE TRUST" and "LIBERTY", along with the 1986 date and the "S" mint mark, indicating its origin in San Francisco. On the reverse, the coin features the Lincoln Memorial design by Frank Gasparro, which served as the standard reverse for the penny from 1959 to 2008. The reverse is inscribed with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA", "E-PLURIBUS UNUM", and the denomination "ONE CENT". This coin offers a wonderful opportunity to study the intricate architectural details of the memorial design in a highly polished format.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1986 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Gem Proof |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Cent |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
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