Description: This 1942 Lincoln Wheat penny is a rare Small Date variety featuring a double die error that makes it highly collectible. The doubling is visible in the word "LIBERTY" and potentially other areas, making this coin a prized addition for error coin enthusiasts.Features:Year: 1942Mint Location: [Specify if it’s Philadelphia (no mint mark), Denver (D), or San Francisco (S)].Variety: Small Date - A unique and less common date style for the 1942 penny.Error Type: Double Die Obverse (DDO), with distinct doubling visible on:"LIBERTY"[List other features showing doubling, e.g., "IN GOD WE TRUST" or the date.]Composition: 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc.Condition: [Describe the condition, e.g., "Circulated with moderate wear; doubling is visible under magnification."]Why This Coin is Special: The Small Date variety is already a notable feature, but the added double die error makes this 1942 penny a standout piece for collectors. Double die errors occur during the minting process when a die is improperly struck, resulting in fascinating doubling effects.Additional Information:The photos provided are of the exact coin you will receive.Securely packaged to ensure safe delivery.Please review the photos carefully and ask any questions before bidding.Note to Buyers: This coin has not been professionally graded but has been verified for its Small Date variety and double die error. If desired, it can be submitted to a reputable grading service like PCGS or NGC.
Price: 75 USD
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
End Time: 2025-01-20T19:57:13.000Z
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated
Denomination: Small Cent
Coin: Lincoln Wheat Penny
Year: 1942
Color: RB
Strike Type: Business
Features: Error
Mint Location: no mint mark
Grade: Ungraded
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Variety: error
Certification: Uncertified