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Lincoln Penny
1 cent

Lincoln Penny

United States · 1971

The Lincoln penny features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse for coins minted from 1959 to 2008.

Country
United States
Year
1971
Denomination
1 cent
Metal
95% copper, 5% zinc

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Overview

The Lincoln penny features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse for coins minted from 1959 to 2008.

Historical significance

The Lincoln penny has been in circulation since 1909 and is one of the most recognizable coins in American currency. It commemorates the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln.

Estimated value

$0.01 (one cent) in circulated condition; higher in uncirculated or specialty grades

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place, ideally in a coin holder or album to prevent tarnishing and scratching.