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1915-S One Cent MS BN Values
Details
The 1915-S Lincoln cent is a scarce semi-key in circulated grades but is one of the toughest coins to locate in Mint State grades. The reason for this is that very few of these coins were saved by collectors during the time when these coins were new; simply wasn't en vogue yet to save uncirculated branch-mint Lincoln cents in part because there was little incentive to do so during a time before coin albums and coin displays reached the masses.
Obverse: Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portrait and the date and mintmark (If any) positioned on the right side.
Reverse: Wheat ears flanking the words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on the top perimeter.
Basic Information
GSID:
1835
Coin Date:
1915-S
Denomination:
1c / One Cent
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mintage:
4,833,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
Mint Mark:
S
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
3.11 gr
Weight:
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
