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1948-S One Cent MS RD Values
Details
The 1948-S Lincoln cent is a common coin in all grades through MS66 and considerably tough in higher grades. Many registry set collectors focus their attention on the small but significant supply of examples grading MS67 or higher.
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:
2126
Coin Date:
1948-S
Denomination:
1c / One Cent
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mintage:
81,735,000
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
