1998 Lincoln Cent--Two Planchet Bonded Obverse Die Cap--MS-65 RD (NGC).This impressive piece exhibits a combination of bright pinkish-red surfaces and areas where the Mint error has exposed the underlying silver gray zinc core of the planchets. The outer of the two planchets is cracked just before 6 oclock, the inner planchet intact with a sharp obverse strike in the center. The depth of this dramatic obverse die cap is approximately 14 mm, the eye appeal strong and the rarity undeniable. Due to its size this piece has not been encapsulated, but it is accompanied by NGC Photo-Certificate #2009397-015 and an accompanying insert with the same number, both of which provide an NGC grade of MS-65 RD.
