2025 RIP Penny Final Tribute Copper Commem.

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Lot number39
AuctionSept 3 2026 GOLD SILVER BULLION COINS KNIVES CARDS
DateSeptember 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

2025 RIP Penny Final Tribute Copper Commem. 2025 RIP Penny Final Tribute Copper Commemorative Round Last Year Of Penny LYP Rare Low Mintage This 2025 RIP Penny Final Tribute is a significant copper commemorative edition marking the end of an era in American coinage. Identified as a Last Year of Penny (LYP) issue, this rare and low mintage piece features a detailed obverse depicting Abraham Lincoln on a gravestone with the dates 1793-2025, titled The Final Cent Tribute. The reverse showcases a majestic heraldic eagle with a shield, flanked by the commemorative dates 1909-2025. Struck in copper with a striking darkened finish that highlights the raised elements, this commemorative round serves as a historical marker for the conclusion of the penny's long-standing production. As a 2025 release, this item is part of a limited mintage and is a must-have for collectors seeking to document the final chapter of the United States one-cent piece. The item comes protected in a clear acrylic capsule to preserve its detailed design and copper finish. 2025 RIP Penny Final Tribute Commemorative Copper Round Condition: This commemorative item appears to be in brilliant uncirculated condition, featuring sharp details and a distinct two-tone finish. The central design elements of Abraham Lincoln on a tombstone and the American eagle exhibit a copper luster against a darkened, textured background. It is housed in a protective clear acrylic capsule to preserve its surfaces from wear or oxidation. The item is a private mint commemorative round struck in copper. The obverse depicts a tombstone engraved with the classic Lincoln cent imagery, captioned with "R.I.P. PENNY" and the dates 1793-2025, marking a speculative end to the American one-cent coin. The reverse features a heraldic eagle with a shield, clutching an olive branch and arrows, flanked by the dates 1909 and 2025. This piece serves as a historical tribute to the legacy of the United States penny. The strike type is a specialized commemorative finish with raised copper relief on a matte field. It is currently ungraded. The Final Cent Tribute, RIP Penny, commemorative coin, Abraham Lincoln, 1793-2025, American eagle, numismatics, collectible medal, United States, commemorative edition, 1909-2025, copper finish, novelty coin, 39 label, protective capsule RIP Penny, Final Cent Tribute, Lincoln Memorial Coin, 1793-2025 Commemorative, United States Numismatic, Collectible Copper Coin, Lincoln Wheat Cent Tribute, 2025 Penny Retirement, Rare Commemorative Medal, American Coin Collecting 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

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