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Lincoln Penny
1 Cent

Lincoln Penny

United States · 1909-present

The Lincoln penny features the portrait of President Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse (1959-2008), later replaced by the Union Shield in 2010.

Country
United States
Year
1909-present
Denomination
1 Cent
Metal
97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper (post-1982); 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc (pre-1982)

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Overview

The Lincoln penny features the portrait of President Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse (1959-2008), later replaced by the Union Shield in 2010.

Historical significance

Introduced in 1909 to commemorate the centennial of Lincoln's birth, the Lincoln penny is one of the most recognized coins in the United States.

Estimated value

Varies; typically less than one dollar for common dates in circulated condition, but can be worth significantly more for rare dates and uncirculated coins.

Care & preservation

Store in a dry, cool place; avoid touching the coin with bare hands to prevent oils from skin causing tarnishing; consider using coin holders for long-term storage.