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Lincoln Cent (Memorial Reverse)
One Cent

Lincoln Cent (Memorial Reverse)

United States of America · 1981

The obverse features a profile of Abraham Lincoln facing right with the word 'LIBERTY' and the date. The reverse (not visible but standard for this year) features the Lincoln Memorial.

Country
United States of America
Year
1981
Denomination
One Cent
Metal
95% Copper, 5% Zinc

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Overview

The obverse features a profile of Abraham Lincoln facing right with the word 'LIBERTY' and the date. The reverse (not visible but standard for this year) features the Lincoln Memorial.

Historical significance

1981 was the last full year the U.S. Mint produced pennies primarily from copper. In mid-1982, the composition changed to copper-plated zinc due to rising metal costs.

Estimated value

$0.01 - $0.05 (Face value to slightly above for copper content; higher for uncirculated specimens)

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning or polishing as it can damage the surface and reduce any potential numismatic value. Handle by the edges to prevent oils from skin transferring to the coin face.