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Lincoln Wheat Cent
One Cent

Lincoln Wheat Cent

United States of America · 1942

Features a right-facing portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and two stalks of wheat on the reverse.

Country
United States of America
Year
1942
Denomination
One Cent
Metal
95% copper, 5% tin and zinc

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Overview

Features a right-facing portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and two stalks of wheat on the reverse.

Historical significance

Designed by Victor David Brenner to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birth, it was the first widely circulated US coin to feature a person instead of an allegorical figure.

Estimated value

Ranges from $0.05 to $1.50 depending on condition (grade).

Care & preservation

Keep in a cool, dry place. Handle by the edges only and avoid cleaning, as this can damage the numismatic value.