1938 LINCOLN WHEAT CENT COPPER INB SLABBED

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Lot number227f
AuctionAUG 20 2026 GOLD SILVER DAMASCUS KNIVES SPORTS CARDS
DateAugust 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

1938 LINCOLN WHEAT CENT COPPER INB SLABBED This historic 1938 Lincoln Wheat Cent copper penny is professionally preserved in an International Numismatic Bureau (INB) slabbed holder featuring a green label. Representing a classic era of American coinage, this copper coin displays the iconic portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the traditional wheat ears design on the reverse. Safely housed in its protective INB holder, this vintage early Lincoln cent is an excellent acquisition for collectors looking to add an encased piece of twentieth-century US numismatic history to their collection. 1938 Lincoln Wheat Cent Copper INB Slabbed Condition: The coin appears to be in circulated condition with significant surface wear and environmental toning visible on both the obverse and reverse sides. The INB slab identifies the item as an Early Lincoln Cent from the 1930-1939 series, but it does not specify a numerical grade. Mint: The mint mark is not visible in the provided images, indicating it is a Philadelphia mint issue. Metal Content: Copper. Historical Context: This coin was produced during the late Great Depression, a period when the United States Mint was producing Lincoln Wheat cents featuring the portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and two stalks of wheat on the reverse. Strike Type: Business strike. Lincoln cent, wheat penny, numismatic, coin grading, INB, International Numismatic Bureau, 1938 penny, rare coins, wheat back, coin collection, slabbed coin, US currency, collectible coins, Lincoln head, copper penny Lincoln Cent, Wheat Penny, Rare Coins, Numismatics, Coin Collecting, INB Graded, 1930s Penny, US Currency, Vintage Coins, Collectible Penny IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with I

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