1916 Lincoln Cent. Is it possible? Could it be a matte proof?

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1916 Lincoln Cent. Is it possible? Could it be a matte proof?

#1 Unread post by RevElvisLee »

Sometimes you gotta ask yourself: "Do I feel lucky?"

Either I AM a punk, or I just made an incredible find! Now don't make fun of me if I got this wrong, but I was searching a penny roll and this coin just felt more substantial, with a really nice bold rim and flat edge. I know it's unlikely, but... COULD this possibly be a matte proof? What do you think?

And if someone has the time and the patience to give me some tips on how to identify a matte proof (even if I'm right on this one), I would be most grateful. Thank you!
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Re: 1916 Lincoln Cent. Is it possible? Could it be a matte proof?

#2 Unread post by SensibleSal66 »

Hello ! Looks like a regular Business strike to me . Very nice coin by the way . Please follow link for Matte Proof coin characteristics >>>>> http://www.lincolncentcollection.com/19 ... istics.php
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Re: 1916 Lincoln Cent. Is it possible? Could it be a matte proof?

#3 Unread post by Daniel »

This is a nice business strike and they can have a "bumpy" finish in the teens and some early 20's.

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