Lincoln Cent

Country of Origin: United States

Year of Issue: 1981

Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)

Composition: 95% copper, 5% zinc

Lincoln Cent

Brief Description

The obverse features a profile portrait of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with the inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST', 'LIBERTY', and the year '1981'. The coin shows significant patina and surface wear.

Historical Significance

1981 was the last full year the U.S. Mint produced pennies from a solid copper alloy (95% copper) before switching to copper-plated zinc in 1982 due to rising metal costs.

Estimated Value

Face value ($0.01) to $0.02 (melt value of copper content)

Care Instructions

Avoid cleaning the coin as it can damage the surface and reduce any potential collector value. Handle it by the edges and store it in a dry, cool place inside a non-PVC coin holder or sleeve.

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