Coin Identifier
Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse)
One Cent ($0.01)

Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse)

United States of America · 1979

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.

Country
United States of America
Year
1979
Denomination
One Cent ($0.01)
Metal
95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

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Overview

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 & preservation

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.