The exhibition of phenomenal Lincoln Cents is at FUN and open for viewing
RedCopper
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Some of the finest quality mint state an Matte proof Lincoln Cents can be viewed at the PCGS booth at FUN show through the weekend .
The finest Proof 1909VDB as well as a 1909 ,
1910 and 1914 graded Proof 68 CAC .
Also for viewing a 1955/55 graded ms 65+ red ,
the finest 1958 DDO graded ms 65 red and a 1969 s DDO graded ms 66 red
And a unique 1974 s Lincoln Cent struck on an aluminum planchet grading Proof 68 cameo
The early mint state Lincoln’s are some of the finest seen in the last 30+ years including a 1919
grading ms 69 red
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That must be an impressive display... a couple of pictures here would be appreciated. Cheers, RickO
Displaying your proof aluminum Cent finally confirms that now there are 2 known 1974S Aluminum Cents:
My unique mint state 1974S Aluminum Cent struck by the Obverse Die only
On a Philippine 1 Sentimo Planchet.
And your unique proof 1974S Aluminum Cent struck on an Nepal 2 Paisa planchet.
Here is the image and link to mine that was featured in Mint Error News Magazine:
https://minterrornews.com/issue55.pdf
The one and only reason I wish I was able to make the show.
My Collection of Old Holders
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That was one of the exhibits I really wanted to see, but also hoping for some pictures from attendees.
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Agree. There are so many great exhibits that we need photos for.
I really like the ones for Tyrant but we need more:
The Tyrant Collection is a must see for everyone who gets an opportunity. It is amazing.
Yes folks, that is a 09vdb proof in 67+ with a GOLD CAC sticker!
From FOMO to Actually Missing Out! Congrats to the owners and y’all laying eyeballs on! Jelly, keep the pics coming!
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A really great "Floor Show".
Please keep them coming.
Thanks
Wayne
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Wow, the 1974 S Aluminum Cents are amazing.
This one (Denver) turned up only a few miles from my house, but the FEDs took. it back
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2016/03/17/legal-battle-over-2m-penny-finally-over/
Thanks @bolivarshagnasty for the pics! That MS-69 1919 cent is beyond amazing.
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Wish I was there to see them.
Thanks for posting photos!
Love that 1919 MS69RD. They are all phenomenal!
You mean this one...
https://pcgs.com/setregistry/showcase/2819
That alone would be worth the price of admission. Wish I'd have been able to make the show to see these in person.
As always, gorgeous coins Stewart @RedCopper
“We are only their care-takers,” he posed, “if we take good care of them, then centuries from now they may still be here … ”
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Here are the TrueViews for the two 1974-S aluminum cents!
1974-S Aluminum Cent - Struck on Nepal 2 Paisa planchet
1974-S Aluminum Cent - Struck on Phlippines 1 Sentimo planchet
Feel a bit guilty as I’m making my way to the convention center wearing shorts. Forecast for my hometown is a high of 31 deg.
I’ll try and post a few more shots of the bourse floor today.
I’ve always admired that 1919 Lincoln.
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The big difference between the two planchets is the method of manufacture .
My coin was minted on a polished planchet as a proof. I was told it came from the mint in a 1974 proof set.
I hope many of you collectors get a chance to see it. It is really fascinating .
The beard detail is beyond belief!
Yet here we have it to view and admire.
Pete
That is a nice display of Lincoln Cents!
Here's the 1909 VDB and 1955 DDO!
1909 V.D.B. Lincoln Cent
grade: PCGS PR67+RD POP 2/0 CAC Gold
pedigree: Stewart Blay
1955 Lincoln Cent D.D.O.
grade: PCGS MS65+RD POP 2/0
pedigree: Stewart Blay
@RedCopper Given the rank of your Registry Sets, I'm sure PCGS would be willing to put your pedigree on you inserts. Have you thought about doing it?
Very very nice. Wow
Hoard the keys.
I saw the display and it was awesome! I also got to talk a while with Stewart Blay about his collection, that was awesome too! Thank you Stewart for bringing this collection to FUN!
An authorized PCGS dealer, and a contributor to the Red Book.
Stewart - missed seeing your collection - every time I went by they weren't out.
Thanks for sharing it - I'm sure those who saw it were impressed!
I saw it and actually went back to it several times.
Mind boggling beautiful.
Also had a pleasant chat with Mr. Blay about a few of the highlights, etc., and thanked him for showing them.
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Gorgeous coin!
Imagine if it had a gold bean?
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Nice PCGS True View images of both 1974S Aluminum Cents showing the differences in proof and mint state:
OGH
69
CAC
…..what type of unicorn sorcery combo is that??!? ……😆
Nice bio!
Is this brochure available as a PDF?
Here's a nice quote:
It's nice to see Stewart on top of the Registry Sets.
The following set has changed leadership position a few times over the years. Stewart was on top, then Douglas M. Wright, Jr., then back to Stewart, then Hansen, and then back to Stewart!
Who was the winner from 2009-2013 and 2017?
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/half-cents/lincoln-cents-major-sets/lincoln-cents-major-varieties-proof-1909-present/1235
Here are the other DDOs. Great looking coins with nice DDO effect!
1958 Lincoln Cent DDO
grade: MS65RD POP 1/0
pedigree: Stewart Blay
cert: https://www.pcgs.com/cert/44549597
1969-S Lincoln Cent DDO
grade: MS66RD POP 1/0 CAC
pedigree: Stewart Blay
cert: https://www.pcgs.com/cert/09175865
I want to thank everyone who stopped by to view my collection and Rebecca Tran and the staff at PCGS for their assistance.
I really enjoyed the comments regarding
my 1919 Lincoln cent grading ms 69 red
as to the value of the coin. One of the staff at PCGS suggested a value between 100K and 400K . Then a young collector/dealer
Stated “NO” it has to be worth at least $1,000,000 . My take is that it is worth more than I paid for it and it may has been the most popular coin in the exhibit.
Stewart, as great of a coin as that 1919 is, I hope you let the young collector/dealer know that he was out to lunch. And I don’t mean on the low side.😉
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
Awesome Lincoln Cent Thread & Collection !!!
I wonder how intense the discussion was at PCGS when grading that 1919 MS69. I can imagine a great reluctance to give it a 69 but then having to recognize there's nothing holding it back from a 69. Has anyone who's seen it ever quibbled with the grade on that?
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