1978 Lincoln Cent Error – 60% Off-Center Strike, Certified MS64 RB

Mintage:

5,558,605,000 (Philadelphia Mint; regular issue)

Notable Facts:

• The 60% off-center strike on this 1978 Lincoln cent is a major mint error, with the obverse and reverse designs shifted well beyond the collar, creating a large visible area of unstruck planchet.

• Graded MS64 Red-Brown (RB) by NGC, this coin showcases strong mint luster and detail despite its dramatic misstrike—making it an excellent example of a high-grade, visually impactful U.S. error.

Description:

This 1978 Lincoln Cent presents a bold 60% off-center strike, the result of a striking misalignment that leaves a large portion of the copper planchet unstruck. With Liberty’s profile and reverse features pushed well to the edge, this error type offers excellent display value and educational interest, especially when preserved in such high condition.

Certified MS64 Red-Brown (RB) by NGC, the coin maintains bright underlying luster and attractive tone, despite its striking deviation. The off-center error not only enhances visual drama but also makes this piece a standout for any error coin or Lincoln cent collector. With a sharply defined partial strike and expansive blank field, it demonstrates the mechanics of U.S. coin production gone wrong—perfectly.

Encapsulated in a tamper-proof NGC holder, this certified mint error offers both authentication and preservation, making it a gem for collectors of modern U.S. errors or type-focused sets.