Lincoln Memorial Cent

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year of Issue: 1973

Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)

Composition: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc

Lincoln Memorial Cent

Brief Description

The obverse features the profile of Abraham Lincoln facing right with the inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST', 'LIBERTY', and the year. The reverse (not visible but standard for this year) depicts the Lincoln Memorial.

Historical Significance

This coin is part of the long-running Lincoln Cent series which was first introduced in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth. The Lincoln Memorial reverse was used from 1959 to 2008.

Estimated Value

$0.01 - $0.05 (Face value in circulated condition; higher for uncirculated specimens)

Care Instructions

Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints. Store in a cool, dry place inside an acid-free holder. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this can permanently damage its surface and numismatic value.

Created At: 2026-04-07T18:05:09.459040