Lincoln Penny

Country of Origin: United States

Year of Issue: 1974

Denomination: 1 cent

Composition: 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc (pre-1982), 97.5% zinc and 2.5% copper (post-1982)

Lincoln Penny

Brief Description

The Lincoln Penny features a portrait of President Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse (for coins issued until 2008).

Historical Significance

The Lincoln Penny was first issued in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth. It is the first U.S. coin to feature a real person.

Estimated Value

1 cent (face value); higher for uncirculated or rare varieties.

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place; avoid contact with moisture; consider protective coin holders for valuable specimens.

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