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1973 United States Assay Commission – Lincoln Cent Assay Test Board (P-D-S) – U.S. Mint Testing Artifact

Offered here is an authentic 1973 U.S. Assay Commission cent assay board (test panel), a functional government-issued item used to evaluate the weight, composition, and dimensional tolerance of U.S. cents submitted by the U.S. Mints. This is not a souvenir—it is an original assay-related artifact tied to the official Assay Commission process.

  • Year: 1973
  • Type: U.S. Assay Commission / U.S. Mint testing board (cent assay panel)
  • Coins Included: 1973 Lincoln cents from Philadelphia (no mint mark), Denver (D), and San Francisco (S)
  • Additional Test Components: copper reference plate + brass diameter/tolerance gauge
  • Construction: cloth-covered mounting board with wooden backing and hanging loop

Condition: Shows honest age, oxidation/toning, and light wear consistent with official assay use and storage. Please review all photos for the exact condition and what is included.

A scarce and highly collectible piece of U.S. Mint & Treasury history—great for Assay Commission, exonumia, and U.S. Mint collectors.



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1 Cent - Lincoln Memorial Cent (Bronze) (1959-1982) Designed by Victor David Brenner
The Lincoln Memorial Cent is a standard circulation coin from the United States, composed of bronze. It was minted between 1959 and 1982 and is renowned for its depiction of the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse side.

Design and Symbolism
Obverse (Front): The obverse features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, designed by Victor David Brenner. The design has been a staple on the cent since 1909, commemorating Lincoln's 100th birthday.
Reverse (Back): The reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial, designed by Frank Gasparro. This design replaced the previous Wheat Ears reverse in 1959, marking the 150th anniversary of Lincoln's birth.

History and Mintage
The Lincoln Memorial Cent was produced at several mints across the United States:
  • Philadelphia Mint (no mint mark)
  • Denver Mint (D)
  • San Francisco Mint (S)
This coin was a staple of American currency for over two decades, with billions minted during its production run.

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