1 Cent (0.01 USD)

Lincoln Cent (Penny)

United States · 2021

The obverse features a profile bust of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with the inscription "IN GOD WE TRUST" above, "LIBERTY" to his left, and the year "2021" to his right.

Country: United States
Year: 2021
Denomination: 1 Cent (0.01 USD)
Metal: Copper-plated zinc (97.5% zinc, 2.5% copper)

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Overview

The obverse features a profile bust of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with the inscription "IN GOD WE TRUST" above, "LIBERTY" to his left, and the year "2021" to his right.

Historical significance

The Lincoln Cent is a significant coin in U.S. history, first issued in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. It was the first U.S. coin to feature a real person rather than an allegorical figure. The particular design shown was introduced in 2010 as part of the 'Preservation of the Union' reverse design, depicting a Union Shield.

Estimated value

Circulated coins from 2021 are generally worth face value (1 cent). Uncirculated coins might fetch a few cents more, but they are not considered rare or valuable.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints. Store in a cool, dry place. For circulated coins, no special cleaning is recommended as it can decrease value. For uncirculated coins, airtight holders or archival-safe coin flips can help preserve their condition.

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