1970-S Large Date Copper Penny ICG MS66 RD

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Lot number	247
Estimate	1.00 - 3.00 USD
Auction	AUG 27 26 GOLD SILVER BULLION SLABBED KNIVES CARDS
Date	August 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
Location	Coralville, Iowa

1970-S Large Date Copper Penny ICG MS66 RD 1970-S Large Date Copper Lincoln Memorial Cent ICG MS66 RD This 1970-S Lincoln Memorial Cent is a high-grade copper specimen certified by ICG as MS66 RD. As a Large Date variety, it is distinguished from the Small Date by the alignment of the 7 in the date, which sits lower than the 0. The coin exhibits a brilliant full Red (RD) luster, indicating it has retained its original copper mint color without significant oxidation. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this piece is a beautiful example of the copper composition used before the transition to zinc-based cores. This professionally graded coin is protected in a secure ICG holder, ensuring its condition and variety are preserved for any serious numismatic collection. 1970-S Large Date Copper Lincoln Memorial Penny ICG MS66 RD Condition: This copper penny is graded MS66 RD by ICG, indicating it is in Mint State condition with a Red designation. This signifies the coin retains nearly all of its original mint luster and possesses a vibrant copper color with very few marks or imperfections visible. The strike type is a business strike produced for circulation. The mint is the San Francisco Mint, identified by the S mint mark located under the date. The metal content of this 1970 penny is copper. Historically, the 1970-S Lincoln Cent is famous among collectors for having two distinct hub varieties for the date: the Small Date and the Large Date. This specific example is the Large Date variety, which is characterized by the alignment of the digits in the year and the depth of the lettering in the word Liberty. This coin represents a high-grade example of a classic modern US circulation coin. Lincoln cent, 1970-S, Large Date, ICG, MS66 RD, coin grading, numismatics, San Francisco mint, copper penny, slabbed coin, US currency, collectible coin, uncirculated, red luster 1970-S Lincoln Penny, ICG MS66 RD, Large Date Penny, Rare US Coins, Graded Lincoln Cent, San Francisco Mint Penny, Red Lincoln Memorial Cent, Numismatic Collectibles, PCGS Alternative, Investment Grade Coins 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 met

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