Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse)

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year of Issue: 1979

Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)

Composition: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse)

Brief Description

Features a right-facing portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse with the inscriptions 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and the date. The reverse features the Lincoln Memorial.

Historical Significance

The Lincoln Penny was first minted in 1909 to commemorate the centennial of Lincoln's birth. The 1979 issue is part of the Lincoln Memorial series which ran from 1959 to 2008.

Estimated Value

$0.01 - $0.05 USD for circulated copies; higher for uncirculated specimens.

Care Instructions

Avoid cleaning as it can reduce numismatic value; store in a cool, dry place inside a PVC-free coin holder to prevent oxidation or damage.

Created At: 2026-02-09T17:43:08.368761