1 Cent (Penny)

Lincoln Cent (Wheat Penny)

United States · 1964

The obverse features the bust of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with 'LIBERTY' to his left, and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' above. The year '1964' is to his right.

Country: United States
Year: 1964
Denomination: 1 Cent (Penny)
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc

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Overview

The obverse features the bust of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with 'LIBERTY' to his left, and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' above. The year '1964' is to his right.

Historical significance

The Lincoln Cent was first minted in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. The design in the image, often called the 'Wheat Penny' due to its reverse design (though not visible here, it features two stalks of wheat), was produced from 1909 to 1958. From 1959 onwards, the reverse changed to depict the Lincoln Memorial. The 1964 cent is significant as it was one of the last years the coin was primarily copper before rising copper prices led to a change in composition for later issues (with an exception in 1982).

Estimated value

Circulated 1964 Lincoln Cents typically have a value of a few cents, primarily for their copper content. Uncirculated examples can fetch $0.25 to $1.00 or more depending on their condition and mint mark (if any).

Care & preservation

To preserve the coin's condition, handle it by the edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin. Store it in a cool, dry place in an inert holder, such as a Mylar flip or a non-PVC coin slab or album. Avoid cleaning the coin, as this can often decrease its numismatic value.

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