1 Cent

Lincoln Cent

United States · 1942

This is a bronze penny, likely a proof coin, with a reddish-brown coloration, enclosed in a PCGS holder graded PR64RB.

Country: United States
Year: 1942
Denomination: 1 Cent
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin/Zinc

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Overview

This is a bronze penny, likely a proof coin, with a reddish-brown coloration, enclosed in a PCGS holder graded PR64RB.

Historical significance

The Lincoln cent is a long-running series of U.S. coinage. The 1942 issue predates the change in composition to steel in 1943 due to copper shortages during World War II. Proof coins like this were produced for collectors.

Estimated value

Value varies significantly based on the specific proof type and condition. A 1942 Proof Lincoln Cent in PR64RB condition can range from approximately $50 to a few hundred dollars.