1969-S Lincoln Memorial Cent

This is a 1969-S Lincoln Memorial penny, featuring the right-facing profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse. Struck at the San Francisco Mint as indicated by the 'S' mint mark located beneath the 1969 date, this coin is composed of 95% copper and 5% zinc/tin with a diameter of 19.05 mm. The surfaces exhibit an even, circulated brown patina typical of copper coinage of this era. Visible wear is present on the high points of Lincoln's hair and clothing, suggesting a grade of About Uncirculated (AU) or extremely fine (XF). The inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST' and 'LIBERTY' remain clearly legible, though the strike shows typical softening for a circulation-quality coin. Notably, collectors often scrutinize this specific year and mint mark for the rare 'doubled die obverse' variety, however, this specific specimen appears to be a common strike without such doubling. There is minor rim bruising and surface contact marks consistent with light circulation and storage. The overall strike quality is standard for the San Francisco Mint during the late 1960s.

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