1973 Lincoln Cent. Is It Worthy Of Sending Off To Be Graded?

@rail, in order to give an estimate of the grade, what we most need are in focus, cropped pics of just this coin (both sides). Pls add these to this thread. Thx.

So sorry about the all caps. Now that I know, I won't do it again. And yes, I'll provide better pictures. I think I'll wait until the sun comes up and then take some more from the natural sun light to get the better pictures. And thanks for the heads up!!

Railsiderustique,

Just so you know: A coin needs a minimum retail value of $100-$150 to justfy all costs involved in sending it in to be gradded/slabbed.Here is a link on grading:https://www.PCGS.com/photograde/ and a lnk on values:http://m.numismedia.com/rarecoinprices.htm
Also check ebay sold values for an idea on current values.Also looks like you need to work on taking much better photos,the better the photos you post the better we can help you.http://goccf.com/t/422658
John1

My camera on my phone is cracked unfortunately. But I do have a different camera and I will post better, more clear pictures later today. Thanks for your feedback and pointers guys!

try this to get better photos

1. turn off flash
2. place coin on flat surface with indirect natural light. maybe a window sill in a cloudy day
3. move phone about 3in from coin
4. zoom in using your fingers until the coin comes into focus
5. hold phone steady. if you cant then place something on either side of the coin (like books) at that distance and lay phone between them. this will hold it steady and allow you to zoom and take the photo without any blurring

just an FYI on grading. any coin found in circulation not in an original bank roll most likely will have nominal value a 73D need to grade at least MS67 to offset the cost of grading which can be anywhere from $40-90 with shipping and insurance both ways. your coin even with these photos will not make that grade

without better photos the coin is probably AU58

I have a few 1973-D Lincoln cents and they are pretty much in mint state. Not worth sending in for slabbing.

I think it's super cool that out of the all the modern coins available you choose a 73-D.
May I ask...
Is this a collection you picked up or are you starting a Moden collection and just want direction from here on out,,,
Since you already know how to post pics...pretty good by the way for a newer member...croping the pics is really important...gives us more of the find details...
We love pics and look fwd to seeing more of you and your pretty pics!
smat