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

Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse)

United States of America · 2008

Obverse features a right-facing portrait of Abraham Lincoln with the inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST', 'LIBERTY', and the date '2008'. The coin has a copper-colored appearance.

Country
United States of America
Year
2008
Denomination
One Cent ($0.01)
Metal
Copper-plated Zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper)

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Overview

Obverse features a right-facing portrait of Abraham Lincoln with the inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST', 'LIBERTY', and the date '2008'. The coin has a copper-colored appearance.

Historical significance

2008 was the final year of the Lincoln Memorial reverse design (which ran from 1959-2008) before the Bicentennial designs were released in 2009. The Lincoln Cent was originally introduced in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth.

Estimated value

$0.01 - $0.10 USD (Face value in circulated condition; higher for uncirculated specimens)

Care & preservation

Avoid cleaning the coin as it can damage the surface and reduce collector value. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent zinc rot or oxidation. Handle by the edges to avoid leaving oils from fingertips.