Coin Identifier
Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse) — obverse
Obverse
Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse) — reverse
Reverse
1 Cent ($0.01 USD)

Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse)

United States of America · 1959-2008

A small copper-colored coin featuring the profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse.

Country
United States of America
Year
1959-2008
Denomination
1 Cent ($0.01 USD)
Metal
95% Copper, 5% Tin/Zinc (1959-1982); 97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper plating (1982-2008)
Grade
Unverifiable due to blurry image; likely circulated condition.

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Overview

A small copper-colored coin featuring the profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse.

Historical significance

The Lincoln Memorial reverse was introduced in 1959 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth, replacing the earlier Wheat Cent design.

Obverse (front)

Right-facing portrait of Abraham Lincoln. Legends: 'IN GOD WE TRUST', 'LIBERTY', and the date.

Reverse (back)

The Lincoln Memorial building in Washington D.C. Legends: 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', and 'ONE CENT'.

Estimated value

$0.01 - $0.05 for circulated specimens; $1.00 - $20.00+ for high-grade uncirculated versions depending on the year.

What drives this coin's value

Condition/Grade, Key varieties (like the 1969-S Doubled Die), and Mint State color (Red vs Brown).

Grade assessment

Unverifiable due to blurry image; likely circulated condition.

Mintage & rarity

Extremely common; billions produced annually. Most dates are common, though some high-grade proofs are scarcer.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Authentic coins will have sharp details and correct weight. Watch for 'filled' mint marks or altered dates on rare varieties.

Notable varieties & errors

1969-S Doubled Die Obverse, 1970-S Small Date, 1983 Doubled Die Reverse, 1992 Close AM, and 1995 Doubled Die Obverse.

Similar coins

Wheat Cents (1909-1958) which share the same obverse but have wheat stalks on the reverse.

Care & preservation

Do not clean with chemicals or abrasives, as this destroys numismatic value. Store in a PVC-free coin holder or album in a cool, dry place.