1912-S Lincoln Cent. MS-66 RD (PCGS).This is a remarkably well produced and preserved example of a conditionally challenging issue from the early Lincoln cent series. Lively softly frosted surfaces are fully lustrous with outstanding pale pinkish-orange color. The bottom of Lincolns shoulder and the opposing area on the reverse are a bit softly struck, but otherwise we note sharp to full detail on both sides. Smooth and inviting, it is little wonder that this coin ranks among the finest 1912-S cents known to PCGS.<p>This semi-key date issue was produced to the extent of 4,431,000 pieces, a limited total for a circulation strike small cent of this type. With most of the examples set aside by collectors during the 1940s and early 1950s having already acquired wear from circulation, Mint State coins can be particularly challenging to locate in todays market. Such pieces, when offered, are apt to be impaired due to cleaning and/or possessed of inferior luster quality. As a fully original, solidly graded Gem the coin offered here is rarer than even certified population totals might suggest. A find for the astute Lincoln cent collector that is seemingly earmarked for inclusion in a high-ranked set on the PCGS Registry.PCGS Population: just 6; 0 finer.
