1 Cent

Lincoln Cent

United States · 1982

This is a U.S. Lincoln Cent, featuring the profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse (though the reverse is not visible in the provided image).

Country: United States
Year: 1982
Denomination: 1 Cent

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Overview

This is a U.S. Lincoln Cent, featuring the profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse (though the reverse is not visible in the provided image).

Historical significance

The Lincoln Cent, first minted in 1909, was the first U.S. cent to feature a portrait of a real person. The 1982 issue is notable for the mid-year transition in composition from bronze to copper-plated zinc, a change made due to the rising cost of copper. This transition makes 1982 a key year for collectors as both compositions exist and are of interest.

Estimated value

The estimated value of a 1982 Lincoln Cent varies greatly depending on its composition (whether it is the less common copper or the more common zinc), mint mark, and condition. Common 1982 bronze cents in average circulated condition are typically worth their face value, while rare varieties or uncirculated examples can command higher prices. A specific valuation would require more details and a professional assessment.

Care & preservation

To preserve the coin's condition, handle it by the edges, avoid cleaning it with abrasive materials, and store it in a dry, stable environment, preferably in a coin holder or album.

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