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2020-S Proof
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Mint | San Francisco |
| Strike | Proof |
| Mintage | 1,163,710 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | Copper-plated Zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper) |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | Victor D. Brenner |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-855 |
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External references
The 2020-S Proof Lincoln Shield cent was struck at the San Francisco Mint for the annual proof set, with a production of approximately 1.16 million pieces. The proof set was released during the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected Mint operations and collector purchasing patterns. Some collectors curtailed discretionary spending during the economic uncertainty, while others increased their coin purchases as a form of collecting activity during lockdown periods.
The 2020 proof cent features the standard mirror-and-frost cameo finish. San Francisco continued its tradition of high-quality proof production despite the challenges of operating during a pandemic. The 1.16 million mintage represents a slight decline from prior years, reflecting the unusual economic conditions rather than any change in the Mint's production capabilities.
Reference data only — not an appraisal.
| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — | — |
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