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Lot 538p

1990 D Uncirculated Lincoln Copper Penny Set

This auction ended on October 29, 2026. See upcoming auctions from Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.
Lot number538p
AuctionOct 29 2026 Gold Silver Bullion Coins Sports Cards Knives
DateOctober 29, 2026 at 7:00 pm CT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

Description

1990 D Uncirculated Lincoln Copper Penny Set

1990 D Uncirculated Lincoln Memorial Copper Plated Zinc Penny Set

This set features two 1990 D Lincoln Memorial pennies in uncirculated condition, showcasing their original copper luster and sharp striking details. Struck at the Denver Mint, these coins are composed of copper-plated zinc, which was the standard composition for the era. The obverse displays the classic portrait of Abraham Lincoln, while the reverse features the detailed Lincoln Memorial design. Both coins are protected in individual 2x2 cardboard and Mylar flips to preserve their surfaces from environmental wear. These specimens are excellent examples of the Denver Mint's production from 1990 and serve as a great addition for any collector looking for high-quality, uncirculated copper-plated business strikes.

1990-D Lincoln Memorial Cent Uncirculated Copper-Plated Zinc Penny Two-Coin Set

Condition: These coins appear in uncirculated condition, retaining their original mint luster and displaying a sharp, well-defined strike. There is no evidence of wear on the high points of Lincoln's bust or the pillars of the Lincoln Memorial. The surfaces show a bright copper color with minimal bag marks or spotting, consistent with coins that have been stored in protective holders.

Mint: Denver (D)
Metal Content: Copper-plated zinc
Historical Context: The 1990-D Lincoln Memorial Cent was struck during a period when the United States Mint utilized a zinc core with a thin copper coating to reduce production costs. The reverse features the classic Lincoln Memorial design by Frank Gasparro, which was used from 1959 until 2008.
Strike Type: Business strike, uncirculated
Grading: Raw/Ungraded

Lincoln cent, 1990 penny, Denver mint, numismatics, coin collecting, copper-plated zinc, one cent, Abraham Lincoln, Memorial reverse, coin flip, 2x2 holder, US currency, minted coin, hobby, small cents

1990 D Lincoln Penny, 1990 D Penny, US Mint, One Cent Coin, Abraham Lincoln, Numismatics, Coin Collecting, Lincoln Memorial Cent, Denver Mint, Rare Pennies

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