1922-D Encased Good Luck Souvenir
RB Uncirculated Lincoln Cent
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Here is something you don't see every day. It is an uncirculated 1922-D Cent encased in a collectible token. I occasionally come across Lincoln Cents from the '40s and '50s in these "Good Luck" souvenirs, but this was the only time I have ever seen one with such an early date. These tokens were given out as a means of advertising, with one side listing the company's name. This one reads "BRIDGEPORT AUTO WRECKING CO / PARTS FOR ALL CARS." The front of the token reads "KEEP ME AND YOU WILL HAVE GOOD LUCK." The coin itself is in remarkable condition for being exposed to the elements. It still retains some mint red! There are two sizable carbon spots on the obverse. It's amazing this coin is still so well preserved. This may very well be the most prized encased Lincoln Cent around. Quite an interesting piece
Description
Here is something you don't see every day. It is an uncirculated 1922-D Cent encased in a collectible token. I occasionally come across Lincoln Cents from the '40s and '50s in these "Good Luck" souvenirs, but this was the only time I have ever seen one with such an early date. These tokens were given out as a means of advertising, with one side listing the company's name. This one reads "BRIDGEPORT AUTO WRECKING CO / PARTS FOR ALL CARS." The front of the token reads "KEEP ME AND YOU WILL HAVE GOOD LUCK." The coin itself is in remarkable condition for being exposed to the elements. It still retains some mint red! There are two sizable carbon spots on the obverse. It's amazing this coin is still so well preserved. This may very well be the most prized encased Lincoln Cent around. Quite an interesting piece
