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1983 Stuck on Bronze Planchet One Cent MS RD Values
Details
A rare transitional error, struck on a Bronze planchet, left over from 1982 or earlier. The proper weight for a 1983 cent should be 2.5 grams but this error weighs approximately 3.11 grams. Just a handful have been discovered.
Obverse: Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned on the right side.
Reverse: Lincoln memorial building centered with words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA on top and bottom periphery. E PLURIBUS UNUM centered above the top of the memorial.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
<10 known
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1983-2008
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Stuck on Bronze Planchet
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
3.11 gr
Weight:
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Victor Brenner (obverse); Frank Gasparro (reverse)
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1983
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Reverse Designer:
Frank Gasparro
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