Obverse

Reverse

One Cent ($0.01)

Lincoln Memorial Cent

United States · 1984

A standard United States one-cent coin featuring a bust of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse, showing some environmental toning and verdigris.

Country: United States
Year: 1984
Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)
Metal: 97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper plating

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Overview

A standard United States one-cent coin featuring a bust of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse, showing some environmental toning and verdigris.

Historical significance

The Lincoln Memorial reverse was introduced in 1959 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Lincoln's birth, designed by Frank Gasparro. By 1984, the composition had transitioned from copper-tin-zinc to copper-plated zinc due to rising copper prices.

Obverse (front)

Right-facing portrait of President Abraham Lincoln with the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' above, 'LIBERTY' to the left, and the year '1984' to the right.

Reverse (back)

The Lincoln Memorial with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' above, and the denomination 'ONE CENT' below.

Estimated value

$0.01 - $0.05 in circulated condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition, presence of errors (such as doubled dies), and mint state grade determine higher values

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated (XF-AU) with minor surface discoloration and environmental wear

Mintage & rarity

Very high mintage (billions produced across mints), common and readily available

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Due to massive production quantities, 1984 cents are rarely counterfeited for circulation value; watch for altered dates or fake mint marks on rare varieties.

Notable varieties & errors

Double Die Obverse (DDO) varieties are occasionally found and sought after by collectors for this year.

Similar coins

Lincoln Wheat Cents (1909-1958) and Lincoln Shield Cents (2010-present)

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or rubbing, as this can damage the copper plating and reduce any numismatic value.

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