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

Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Memorial Reverse)

United States of America · 2000

The obverse features a right-facing portrait of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. President, with the inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST', 'LIBERTY', and the year '2000'. The coin has a reddish-brown metallic appearance.

Country
United States of America
Year
2000
Denomination
One Cent ($0.01)
Metal
Copper-plated zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper)

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Overview

The obverse features a right-facing portrait of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. President, with the inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST', 'LIBERTY', and the year '2000'. The coin has a reddish-brown metallic appearance.

Historical significance

Designed by Victor David Brenner and first issued in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth, this was the first U.S. coin to feature a real person's portrait. The 2000 issue is part of the long-running Lincoln Memorial series (1959–2008).

Estimated value

Face value ($0.01) if found in circulation. In uncirculated or proof condition, it may be worth slightly more to collectors, though millions were minted.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place to prevent zinc rot or oxidation. Avoid cleaning the coin with chemicals or abrasives, as this can permanently damage the surface and reduce any potential numismatic value.