1923-S Lincoln Cent. MS-65 RD (PCGS). OGH.With emerging to bold detail throughout the design, this is an uncommonly well struck coin in a 1923-S Lincoln cent. Full rose-orange color is also a noteworthy attribute, and it further confirms the conditionally rare nature of this impressive Gem.<p>As in earlier issues from the 1920s, the 1923-S cent is one of the more notable condition rarities in the entire series. Only 8,700,000 cents were struck at San Francisco, but thanks in part to hoarding in later years, the 1923-S is an issue that is generally available in the lowest circulated grade levels, but becoming progressively scarcer up through to AU. In Uncirculated condition, this is an especially challenging issue even at the lower end of the scale. Poorly defined details are the norm thanks in part to heavily worn dies and most specimens possess a streaky brown and red wood grain luster even at the very highest levels of preservation due to poorly mixed metal. Uncirculated specimens with crisp details and an even brilliant luster are exceptional and eagerly sought when the few times they are available. Only a mere handful of Lincoln cent enthusiasts may be able to claim a full Red Gem Mint State specimen for their holdings. An opportunity not easily overlooked.
