Coin Identifier
Lincoln Penny
1 cent

Lincoln Penny

United States · 1973

The Lincoln penny features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and a depiction of the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse.

Country
United States
Year
1973
Denomination
1 cent
Metal
97.5% zinc, 2.5% copper

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Overview

The Lincoln penny features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and a depiction of the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse.

Historical significance

The Lincoln penny was first issued in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth and has been in continuous production since then.

Estimated value

1 cent (face value), more for collectible conditions

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place; avoid exposure to moisture and excessive handling to prevent tarnishing.