Coin Identifier
Lincoln Cent (Union Shield reverse)
One Cent ($0.01)

Lincoln Cent (Union Shield reverse)

United States of America · 2021

The obverse features a profile of Abraham Lincoln facing right with the inscriptions 'LIBERTY' and '2021'. The reverse (not visible but standard for this year) depicts a Union Shield.

Country
United States of America
Year
2021
Denomination
One Cent ($0.01)
Metal
Copper-plated zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper)

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Overview

The obverse features a profile of Abraham Lincoln facing right with the inscriptions 'LIBERTY' and '2021'. The reverse (not visible but standard for this year) depicts a Union Shield.

Historical significance

The Lincoln cent was first issued in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. The Union Shield reverse design was introduced in 2010 to symbolize Lincoln's preservation of the United States as a single united country.

Estimated value

$0.01 (Face value in circulated condition)

Care & preservation

Keep in a cool, dry place to prevent zinc rot or oxidation of the copper plating. Avoid cleaning with chemicals or abrasives as this can damage the coin's surface and value to collectors.