1982 Small Date Zinc Lincoln Cent MS67 Red NGC Lincoln Portrait Label

The 1982 Small Date Zinc Lincoln Cent, graded MS67 Red (RD) by NGC and presented with the Lincoln Portrait Label, is a standout example from the year the U.S. Mint transitioned to copper-plated zinc planchets. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this proof like coin displays Victor D. Brenner’s enduring profile of President Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Union Shield reverse, introduced in 2010, with exceptional clarity. The MS67 grade signifies vibrant original red luster and only the slightest imperfections under magnification, making this Small Date variety—known for its delicate, compact numerals—particularly desirable for registry collectors and modern Lincoln cent enthusiasts.

1982 Small Date Zinc Lincoln Cent MS67 RD NGC

Encapsulated in NGC’s Lincoln Portrait Label holder, this coin combines historical significance with premium presentation. The label’s elegant design underscores the coin’s patriotic theme, while the high grade and vibrant color retention enhance its visual impact. As one of the finest preserved examples of the 1982 Small Date zinc cent, this MS67 RD specimen offers both numismatic prestige and genuine collect ability, ideal for completing specialized date-and-mint mark sets or showcasing modern U.S. coinage at its best.