1965 Lincoln Cent I Have A 66 But Would Like One Higher? Maybe, Maybe Not On This One.

I like the obverse , right up there in numbers . The reverse like you mentioned has exaggerated marks ( 3 that I see ) on the fields which is keeping away me from giving a 67 . How about 66+RD .

As always, it will come down the eye appeal, luster and fields.

EZ66, shot at 67

glare could be hiding some small stuff but this is a nice one. the only noticeable mark is reverse below steps and very minor tics on the obv. I dont see any discernable issues with the field color but for the elusive 67 grade PCGS likes a cherry red color what the would think of the obv strike. what stands out is where the bowtie meets the lapel. I dont think it can pull a 67. the strike is just not strong enough imo

i found a couple 66's that were not as good as this one. the 67 I found has a better strike with a lot more detail in the hair. you know the odds of pulling a 67. your steps are nicer. there are not a whole lot to compare yours to out there. Great Collections has one but the photos are too small for comparison.

heres your PCGS numbers
738 - MS66
25 - MS66+
32 - MS67

here is the note on PCGS site about the coin:

The 1965-P Lincoln Cent is very common especially since over 1.49 billion examples were struck. Only in MS66 condition is it somewhat scarce. Yet still, thousands of MS66 examples should still be out there. Keep an eye out for high end MS66 examples since those are very scarce, especially since examples in MS67 condition are very difficult to find and truly scarce, despite having a very large mintage.

That is due to what I call "wispy red toning". PCGS really likes it when it's a bullseye pattern. On the obverse the most elusive pattern is every thing toned wispy red except for the portrait.

GP was generous enough to send me a few of these: