Coin Identifier
Lincoln Memorial Cent (Miniature Novelty) — obverse
Obverse
Lincoln Memorial Cent (Miniature Novelty) — reverse
Reverse
1 Cent (Face value is nominal)

Lincoln Memorial Cent (Miniature Novelty)

United States (Novelty/Replica) · 1994

A very small miniature replica of a 1994 Lincoln Memorial penny, often sold in sets or as souvenir 'scaled-down' coins.

Country
United States (Novelty/Replica)
Year
1994
Denomination
1 Cent (Face value is nominal)
Metal
Likely copper-plated base metal (non-monetary)
Grade
Uncirculated (Novelty condition)

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Overview

A very small miniature replica of a 1994 Lincoln Memorial penny, often sold in sets or as souvenir 'scaled-down' coins.

Historical significance

These are not legal tender but are popular numismatic novelties. The original full-sized Lincoln Cent was introduced in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth; the Memorial reverse was introduced in 1959.

Obverse (front)

Features a miniature relief of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and the date '1994'.

Reverse (back)

Features a miniature rendition of the Lincoln Memorial with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', and 'ONE CENT'.

Estimated value

$0.50 - $2.00 as a novelty item.

What drives this coin's value

Condition and whether it is part of a complete miniature set.

Grade assessment

Uncirculated (Novelty condition)

Mintage & rarity

Common; produced in high volumes for the gift and novelty market.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

This is a known novelty 'mini penny'. It is easily distinguished from a real coin by its tiny size (approx. 1/4 the size of a real penny).

Notable varieties & errors

Standard miniature production; no recognized numismatic varieties.

Similar coins

Standard 1994 Lincoln Cent (which is significantly larger) and various 'toy' play money.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints. Store in a dry environment to prevent corrosion of the base metal.