Coin Identifier
Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Penny)
1 Cent

Lincoln Cent (Lincoln Penny)

United States of America · Circulating between 1909 and present (exact year not legible in image)

The obverse features a profile of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with the word 'LIBERTY' to the left and the date to the right. The motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is inscribed along the top curve.

Country
United States of America
Year
Circulating between 1909 and present (exact year not legible in image)
Denomination
1 Cent
Metal
Copper-Plated Zinc (if post-1982) or Bronze (if pre-1982)

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Overview

The obverse features a profile of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with the word 'LIBERTY' to the left and the date to the right. The motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is inscribed along the top curve.

Historical significance

First introduced in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth, it was the first regular-issue US coin to feature a person rather than a mythological figure (Liberty).

Estimated value

Face value ($0.01) if modern and circulated; slightly more for older bronze versions; significantly more if it has a rare date or mint mark.

Care & preservation

Avoid cleaning as it can reduce numismatic value. Store in a cool, dry place within an acid-free holder to prevent corrosion (verdigris) and oxidation.