{"product_id":"1973-s-lincoln-pcgs-pr69-red-cameo-copy","title":"1998 P Lincoln Cent Mint Error – Struck Off Center \"Don't Tread On Me\" Uncirculated","description":"\u003cp\u003eOwn a dramatic modern mint error with this striking \u003cstrong data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"187\"\u003e1998-P Lincoln Cent struck off-center\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring a bold and unusual \u003cstrong data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"254\"\u003e“Don’t Tread On Me” counterstamp\u003c\/strong\u003e — an eye-catching combination of minting anomaly and symbolic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"329\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"380\"\u003eA Genuine U.S. Mint Error – Struck Off Center\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eThis 1998-P Lincoln Cent was produced at the Philadelphia Mint and exhibits a clear \u003cstrong data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"487\"\u003eoff-center strike\u003c\/strong\u003e, caused when the coin blank was improperly positioned during the striking process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eOff-center errors occur at the moment of minting and are highly collectible because:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e• No two off-center strikes are exactly alike\u003cbr data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e• The degree of offset directly affects rarity and visual appeal\u003cbr data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e• Major shifts that still retain a visible date are especially desirable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eThe visible date and design elements add to the coin’s collectible value, as many dramatic off-center pieces lose key identifying features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"993\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e“Don’t Tread On Me” Counterstamp – Bold Patriotic Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eIn addition to the mint error, this coin features a prominent \u003cstrong data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e“Don’t Tread On Me”\u003c\/strong\u003e counterstamp — a powerful phrase historically associated with American independence and the Gadsden flag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eCounterstamped coins create a distinct crossover appeal between:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003e• Error coin collectors\u003cbr data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003e• Patriotic memorabilia enthusiasts\u003cbr data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e• Lincoln cent specialists\u003cbr data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e• Unique novelty coin collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eThe combination of a genuine mint error and a bold symbolic stamp makes this piece visually compelling and conversation-worthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eUncirculated Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eThis example remains in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003euncirculated condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eStrong original detail\u003cbr data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eClean surfaces\u003cbr data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003eSharp strike characteristics\u003cbr data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eAttractive overall eye appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eError coins in uncirculated condition are especially desirable, as many are discovered only after entering circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003eRarity \u0026amp; Collector Demand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003eOff-center Lincoln cents are popular among modern error collectors, but examples that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003e• Retain a full visible date\u003cbr data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003e• Display strong design detail\u003cbr data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e• Remain uncirculated\u003cbr data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e• Feature additional counterstamp elements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eare far less common and significantly more collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eThis 1998-P off-center error stands out for both its dramatic minting mistake and its bold symbolic stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2357\"\u003eA Unique Collector’s Piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003eThe 1998-P Lincoln Cent Mint Error offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003eGenuine U.S. Mint off-center striking error\u003cbr data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2449\"\u003eStrong visual impact\u003cbr data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003ePatriotic “Don’t Tread On Me” counterstamp\u003cbr data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003eUncirculated preservation\u003cbr data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003eDistinct crossover collector appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003eThis is not just a penny — it’s a unique error coin that captures both minting history and American symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2750\"\u003eAdd this standout mint error to your collection today.\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coin Hub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46708672495779,"sku":"122418","price":499.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0095\/7603\/files\/1998-P-Lincoln-Cent-Mint-Error-Struck-Off-Center-Don-t-Tread-On-Me-Uncirculated-Heritage-Pastime-6587.png?v=1776707144","url":"https:\/\/heritagepastime.com\/products\/1973-s-lincoln-pcgs-pr69-red-cameo-copy","provider":"Heritage Pastime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}