1988-S Lincoln Cent Gem Proof (Red)
Numismatic
1988-S Lincoln Cent Gem Proof (Red)
The 1988-S Lincoln Cent stands as a beautiful example of modern American proof coinage, struck at the San Francisco Mint. Crafted with a metal composition of 95 percent copper alongside a 5 percent blend of tin and zinc, this coin features a brilliant, reflective finish characteristic of the proof minting process. On the obverse, the familiar right-facing bust of Abraham Lincoln is presented in sharp detail, accompanied by the inscriptions "IN GOD WE TRUST" and "LIBERTY" alongside the 1988 date and the "S" mint mark. This classic portrait, created by designer Victor David Brenner, is paired with a reverse design by Frank Gasparro depicting the Lincoln Memorial. The reverse face also displays the traditional national mottos and denominations, including "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "ONE CENT." This particular memorial design was struck continuously from 1959 to 2008, making this 1988 issue a key part of a long-running numismatic era.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1988 |
| 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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