1946 LINCOLN WHEAT CENT COPPER COIN INB SLAB

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Lot number344d
Estimate1.00 - 3.00 USD
CategoryCoins & Currency
AuctionAUG 27 26 GOLD SILVER BULLION SLABBED KNIVES CARDS
DateAugust 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

1946 LINCOLN WHEAT CENT COPPER COIN INB SLAB 1946 Lincoln Wheat Cent Copper Coin INB Slab This 1946 Lincoln Wheat Cent is a classic piece of American numismatic history, featuring the iconic portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the traditional wheat stalks on the reverse. Struck in a copper composition, this coin represents the post-World War II era of United States coinage. This specific specimen is housed in a protective slab from the International Numismatic Bureau (INB), which helps preserve the coin's condition and surface details. The coin displays a circulated patina consistent with its age. This 1946 copper penny is a staple for any collector of the Lincoln Wheat series spanning 1909-1958. 1946 Lincoln Wheat Cent Copper Coin INB Slabbed Condition: This 1946 Lincoln Wheat Cent is presented in an INB (International Numismatic Bureau) slab. The coin displays a dark brown patina consistent with circulated copper currency. While the slab does not assign a specific numerical grade, the coin shows visible wear on the high points of Lincoln's portrait and the reverse wheat stalks, though the date and major inscriptions remain legible. The mint for this coin is Philadelphia, as it lacks a mint mark below the date. The metal content is copper. Historically, the 1946 cent marks the first year the U.S. Mint returned to the standard pre-war bronze alloy (95% copper, 5% tin/zinc) following the use of shell-case brass in 1944-1945. This item is a business strike type, intended for general circulation. Lincoln wheat cent, coin, numismatics, 1946 penny, International Numismatic Bureau, coin slab, encapsulated, collectible, US currency, wheat reverse, bronze cent, Abraham Lincoln, coin grading, vintage money, hobby Lincoln Wheat Cent, rare pennies, vintage US coins, numismatics, coin collecting, 1946 penny, graded coins, wheat penny value, International Numismatic Bureau, collectible currency 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

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