1957 Wheat Cent Appraisal

United States Lincoln Wheat Cent (1937 or 1957)

The item is identified as a United States Lincoln Cent, specifically a wheat penny, indicated by the visible obverse portrait of Abraham Lincoln and the partial date of either "1937" or "1957". The coin appears to be made of a bronze or copper alloy, typical for pennies from this era. Its physical characteristics align with standard US penny dimensions, approximately 19mm in diameter, with a thin reeded or plain edge. The color is a reddish-brown, consistent with aged copper, and it exhibits a moderate level of wear and patination across its surface. There are no overt signs of severe damage such as large scratches, dents, or deep gouges, but minor surface abrasions and loss of finer detail are evident on Lincoln's portrait and the surrounding fields. The coin does not appear to have any significant mint errors or unique markings beyond standard circulation wear. Its quality indicates a circulated condition, likely falling into the "Good" to "Very Good" range, given the visible details of the bust and the date. There are no discernible maker's marks or signatures visible other than standard minting details. Based on the visible date range, the coin dates to the mid-20th century. The craftsmanship is typical of mass-produced coinage of the United States Mint during that period.