1 Cent

Lincoln Penny

United States · 1954

The Lincoln penny features a bust of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse. It was first minted in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth.

Country: United States
Year: 1954
Denomination: 1 Cent
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

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Overview

The Lincoln penny features a bust of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse. It was first minted in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth.

Historical significance

The Lincoln penny is significant as it was the first coin to feature an African American, known as the 'Lincoln penny' is also notable for appearing during a time of economic hardships in the United States.