1 Cent (Penny)

Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse)

United States · 1969

The obverse features a profile portrait of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with 'LIBERTY' to his left and the date '1969' to his right. 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is inscribed above Lincoln's head. The reverse (not visible in the image) typically features the Lincoln Memorial.

Country: United States
Year: 1969
Denomination: 1 Cent (Penny)
Metal: 95% copper, 5% zinc

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Overview

Historical significance

The Lincoln Cent was first introduced in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. The Lincoln Memorial reverse was introduced in 1959, replacing the wheat ears design, to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Lincoln's birth and remained in use until 2008. The 1969 cent is a common circulating coin of its era.

Estimated value

For a standard 1969 Lincoln Cent in average circulated condition, the value is typically around its face value, 1 cent. Uncirculated examples can fetch slightly more, perhaps a few cents to a dollar depending on grade. There are rare varieties like the 1969-S Doubled Die Obverse, which are extremely valuable, but this coin does not appear to be that variety from the provided image.

Care & preservation

To preserve the coin's condition, handle it by the edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin. Store it in a cool, dry place in a non-PVC holder or album designed for coin collecting. Avoid cleaning the coin, as this can often decrease its numismatic value.

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