1943 Lincoln Steel Cent ICG Genuine Blue Slab

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Lot number121
AuctionSept 10 2026 GOLD SILVER BULLION COINS KNIVES CARDS
DateSeptember 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

1943 Lincoln Steel Cent ICG Genuine Blue Slab 1943 Lincoln Steel Cent ICG Genuine Blue Core Slab This 1943 Lincoln Steel Cent has been certified as Genuine by ICG and is presented in a distinctive blue core slab. Due to the wartime need for copper, the United States Mint produced these one-year-only pennies using zinc-coated steel. This specific specimen features the classic Wheat Cent reverse and the iconic profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse. The coin is housed in a secure, tamper-evident holder that includes a retail label from Heritage Coins and a unique serial number for identification. This is a significant historical piece for collectors looking to own a unique part of American history from the World War II era. 1943 Lincoln Steel Cent ICG Genuine Blue Core Slab Condition: This coin is encapsulated in an ICG holder labeled as Genuine. The specimen shows significant signs of environmental wear, oxidation, and surface darkening consistent with circulated steel coinage from this era. The details of Lincoln’s bust and the reverse wheat stalks remain visible but lack original mint luster. The strike type is business strike, and the coin was produced at the Philadelphia Mint as indicated by the absence of a mint mark. The metal content is zinc-coated steel, a composition unique to 1943 necessitated by the diversion of copper for military use during World War II. These coins are historically significant as wartime emergency issues. The item is securely housed in a protective blue core slab. 1943 steel cent, Lincoln penny, ICG graded, genuine, numismatics, coin collecting, blue core slab, Heritage Coins, US currency, wartime coinage, zinc-plated steel, one cent, encapsulated coin, vintage money 1943 steel cent, ICG graded coin, Lincoln wheat penny, WWII steel penny, numismatic collectibles, genuine 1943 penny, vintage US coins, blue core slab, Heritage Coins, rare steel cents 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 o

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