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GreekMan
02-05-2008, 01:18 PM
Lincoln Cents BU that I bought from e-bay are really BU?
I recently bought a set extending from 1959 - 2007 all stated to be BU
How i Can crosscheck it?

car10
02-05-2008, 03:24 PM
An uncirculated coin will have no trace of wear. It may have nicks or fingerprints but not wear. It could be red, red/brown or brown as long as it's not worn it is considered uncirculated.

DWK
02-18-2008, 01:49 PM
Am I correct that Unc is not BU unless it is red and shiney?

Wheat Cents
02-18-2008, 02:39 PM
Here is a good resource : ANA grading standards. That is a start