Lincoln Cent (Memorial Reverse)
Country of Origin: United States of America
Year of Issue: Based on the reverse design (Lincoln Memorial), the coin was issued between 1959 and 2008. The exact year is not clearly visible in the image.
Denomination: One Cent
Composition: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc (typically for this era, though exact composition can vary slightly by year)
Brief Description
The coin is a copper-colored cent with the image of the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse. The words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "ONE CENT" are prominent.
Historical Significance
The Lincoln Cent is a long-running series of US pennies. The Memorial reverse was introduced in 1959 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Lincoln Cent and replaced the Wheat Ears reverse. This design was used until 2008.
Estimated Value
Most common Lincoln cents from this era are worth face value or slightly more depending on condition and specific year/mint mark. Generally, a few cents to a dollar for circulated examples.
Care Instructions
Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid touching the coin directly to prevent oils from damaging the surface. Do not clean the coin as this can decrease its numismatic value. Use coin holders or albums for protection.
Created At: 2025-06-02T15:34:22.738855