Coin and Paper Money Collecting/lincoln's cents

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Expert: - 8/29/2009


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hey what's the difference between a normal Lincoln cent to a sms Lincoln cent and how to identify them

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Hello Arturo,

SMS means Special Mint Set.  These were produced in 1965, 66 and 67 because in those years, no proof sets were made.

The SMS coins appear like proof coins, mirror surfaces, sharp details etc.
When they are side by side with a normal coin, the difference is easy to see.

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Joe Hylas

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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.

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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US

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PCGS, NGC, Rotary

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Physician's Money Digest

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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

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Paul Harris Fellow

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