The obverse or heads side was designed by victor david brenner, as was the original reverse, depicting two stalks of wheat thus wheat pennies, struck 19091958. This site is dedicated exclusively to lincoln cents. Coin value prices, price chart, coin photos, mintage figures, coin melt value, metal composition, mint mark. Lincoln memorial cents are named for the monument which replaced the ears of wheat, which were formerly displayed on the reverse side of the coin. In 1959, to mark the 150th anniversary of abraham lincolns birth, the lincoln wheat cent was redesigned with a different reverse. Mint issued four new reverse designs representing four major stages of the 16th presidents life. Although there are no key dates, there are a few varieties for the lincoln memorial cents minted from 1959 through 2008.
Lincoln cents are typically collected by date and mintmark, and over the years, three major reverse designs were used. The designer of the memorial interiors large central statue abraham. The obverse of the familiar lincoln cent was retained, but a new. Lincoln memorial penny 59 to today values and prices. This guide is adapted from the ana grading standards which were published in 1977. Lincoln memorial replacement page 2this is a dansco replacement page for the lincoln memorial cents dated from 19741988 d to be used with dansco album 7102 quick view dansco lincoln memorial cents coin album replacement page 3 37102 22832. Lincoln memorial cents were struck from 1959 through 2008 and can still be easily found in circulation. The lincoln memorial reverse designed by frank gasparro was introduced in 1959 to mark the 150th anniversary of lincolns birth. The lincoln memorial cents replaced the wheat back penny that ran from 1909 until 1958.
Whitman coin folders lincoln memorial cent coin folder 1999 to. Initially, the sheaves of wheat were on the reverse until 1958. In 2009, to celebrate both the bicentennial of lincolns birth and 100 years of the lincoln cent, the u. While there are hundreds of lincoln cent varieties out there, the more. Lincoln memorial cents 19591998 by littleton coin company. Brenner chose a heraldic arrangement of two wheat heads to frame the statutory legends. The unique reverses honored lincoln s birthplace, formative years. The ever popular lincoln wheat penny was first produced by the u.
The new design, used until 2009, featured the lincoln memorial. In 2009, the 200th anniversary of lincolns birth, the mint is planning to introduce a new reverse. While the original edition pennies from 1909 can have significant collectable value, other editions of the lincoln penny can be highly desired by coin collectors as well. Sep, 2016 1960 small date lincoln cent usa coin book small cents lincoln memorial cent. This philadelphiaminted coin is best identified by the doubling of the letters in god we trust along the top of the coin and the doubling of the word liberty on the left side. Opinions of a coins grade can vary from collector to.
Lincoln cents coin experts share fun ways to collect. Their interest and collecting preferences form the basis to how much each coin is worth. Lincoln memorial cents collection starting 1959 ebay. Lincoln wheat cents are among the most widely popular united states coins. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Lincoln cents the lincoln cent had the memorial design on the reverse from 1959 until 2008. Lincoln memorial cents 19591998 coin folder coin collecting book and supply. The coin has seen several reverse, or tails, designs and now bears one by lyndall bass depicting a union shield. With the lincoln cent completing a 50year run, the year 1959 saw a new design for the cent. Lincoln cent penny value memorial reverse coin helpu. They can be used for comparison to see if a key date coin is genuine, or just to browse through the design changes thoughout the years. The lincoln cent is the most popular and longestlasting u.
The lincoln cent sometimes called the lincoln penny is a onecent coin that has been struck by the united states mint since 1909. Memorial cents will show of the steps and most of lincolns body will be visible on the statue. Lincoln cent was first issued in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of abraham lincoln. These dansco allinone folders fold into a compact book shelf.
Not all coins are necessarily in the appropriate coin. Transitional errors happened at all three mints in 1943. The date range for this album is 1959p through 2009d. Looking to see how much your lincoln memorial pennies are worth. Lincoln memorial reverse 1973s 1974 1974d 1974s 1975 1975d 1976 1976d 1977 1977d 1978 1978d 1979 1979d 1980 1980d 1981 1981d 1982, lg. The 1943 cents were intended to be struck only in steel coated with zinc to protect the coins from rusting. Sundman, lcc president lc1605 lincoln cent dd 2 11916 8. Lincoln memorial pennies are very common, and you can find most dates in circulation. The obverse or heads side was designed by victor david brenner, as was the original reverse. Lincoln memorial cents minted 1959 to 2008 in 1959, america was ready for a change. During the 150th anniversary celebration in 1959, the reverse. F15 parts of the cheek and jaw will show separation. All prices subject to change due to market conditions. These lincoln memorial cent values are an attempt at the providing an average between pcgs, ngc, anacs and icg coin grading services, as well as, raw coin premiums when applicable.
Lincoln cents are the current one cent coin of the us dollar. It is located on the western end of the national mall in washington, d. The lincoln cent is a onecent coin that has been struck by the united states mint since 1909. Its obverse, featuring a bust of abraham lincoln to commemorate his centennial, has been in continuous usage.
As far as businessstrike lincoln memorial pennies, the kind struck for circulation and lacking errors, the short answer essentially is no lincoln memorial pennies generally are not valuable. Cents by year pages contain photos for each year and mint of lincoln cents. Having been minted from 1909 through 1958, lincoln wheat cents span a full half century. The memorial columns will lack detail and half of the steps will be worn smooth. The lincoln wheat cent was designed by sculptorengraver victor david brenner, whose vdb initials infamously appear on the reverse of the very first lincoln cents struck in 1909. This threepanel folder holds lincoln memorial cents from 1959 to 2014d, with 19 extra spots. The coin has seen several reverse, or tails, designs and now bears one by lyndall bass depicting a. Collection 1959 to 1998 official whitman coin folder 9780307090003. The upper wheat lines will begin to show good detail, and the grains begin to show detail. The obverse of the familiar lincoln cent was retained, but a new reverse was created, depicting the lincoln memorial. As with most copper coins, full fire engine red colored coins are much more preferred and command a higher premium. In 2010, a third major reverse design featuring a shield made its debut, and is currently minted today. Coins for sale for lincoln memorial cent type items. From 1959 to the present they have been made with a memorial reverse.
Its reverse was changed in 1959 from a wheat stalks design to its current design which includes the lincoln. These certified lincoln memorial cents are one of the most sought after collectors items for investors of all levels. Lincoln memorial cent value 19592009 civil war token. And now the shield reverse design which started in 2009 has replaced the memorial cent design. Its just a guide for references only and we make no other claims for our value charts. Lincoln memorial cents we buy, sell, appraise, and. Coin value price chart for lincoln memorial cent 1c. No key dates for 1959 through 2008 dated lincoln memorial cents but the two best dates are 1960 no mint mark small date and the 1970d small date. They are regarded as a modern coin series by most numismatists. Collection 1959 to 1998 official whitman coin folder hardcover may 1, 1994 by whitman publishing author 4. Whitman coin folder for storing lincoln memorial cents minted since 1999. For 2010 and on dansco has released the album 7104. Lincoln memorial in washington dc, and this design served through 2008. The unique reverses honored lincolns birthplace, formative years.
This guide is meant to serve collectors with the basics. Lincoln memorial pennies are very common, and you can find most dates in circulation today. In fact, typical pieces are worth only face value if worn, and only a tiny premium if in average uncirculated condition, except for a few cases. Dansco allinone coin folder 106 lincoln memorial cents 1959. This is an official whitman coin folder for the lincoln memorial cents collection starting 1999 no. If you have questions about your coins or would like opinions about a coin you have. This album holds all the p, d and early s minted uncirculated lincoln memorial cents no proofs. This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell. The lincoln memorial reverse made the lincoln cent the first u.
Lincoln cents are a series enjoying strong demand by collectors. Lincoln memorial cents collection book property room. Details about lincoln memorial cents collection starting 1959. Yet, this popular series offers many exciting, highly valuable finds. Liberty coin service collectors checklist for lincoln cents. However, some lincoln cents have more than a pennys worth of copper in them, but it is illegal to melt them. Lincoln cents, memorial reverse 1959 2008 the centennial of abraham lincolns birth was marked by placing his portrait on the cent.
This item littleton lincoln memorial cents 1959date album lca19. Here you will find coin values, prices, and more information on one cent. Next came the lincoln memorial cent 1959, the 4 lincoln bicentennial penny designs 2009, and the lincoln shield cent 2010. Lincoln cents, memorial reverse 19592008 varietyplus ngc. Cents made from 1959 through 1982 are struck of almost 100% copper, and with. The lincoln memorial cents came around in 1959 after chief engraver frank gasparro decided to change the design from the previous wheat cent. Lincoln cents are among the most fascinating coins in the entire american. Aguidebookoflincolncents3rdedition whitman publishing. Among 20th century us coins, collecting lincoln cents places just behind the peace dollar series as a favorite with collectors. Buy lincoln memorial cents from apmex today at competitive prices.
Lincoln cents were issued with a wheat ears reverse from 1909 to 1958. Keeping with the rich history of lincoln adorning the obverse of the coin, gasparro only changed the reverse to depict the lincoln memorial. Taking the form of a neoclassical temple, the memorials architect was henry bacon. In 1959 the original reverse design was replaced with the lincoln memorial in recognition of the 150th anniversary of lincoln s birth. Lincoln head cent book indiana lincoln wheat small cents 1909. Lincoln cents, memorial reverse 19592008 varietyplus. The reverse featured an image of the lincoln memorial, built in 1922.
Subtle and also distinct factors unique to lincoln cents are studied helping recognize an accurate value. I purchased this for my husband who has recently started collecting coins again. I guess i could use these books to hold my coins up through 2040ish, and then transfer the coins over to a future book that will have the printed info for the pennies. The lincoln memorial is an american national memorial built to honor the 16th president of the united states, abraham lincoln. Com in 2009, to mark the bicentennial of lincolns birth and the centennial of the cent, a series of four commemorative reverse designs marking milestones in lincolns life appeared on the cent. The lincoln memorial reverse was itself replaced in 2009 by four commemorative designs marking the. Again, in 1944 the mint changed the composition of the cent and a few of the 1944 cents were accidently struck on the steel planchets from 1943. When it comes to lincoln memorial penny key dates, rarities, and varieties, a minor variation on a coin can result in a big difference in the value. In 2009, to celebrate both the bicentennial of lincoln s birth and 100 years of the lincoln cent, the u.
Lincoln memorial pennies are pcgs rated, offering some of the finest value of any historical cent piece. Littleton lincoln memorial cents 2012 date album lca76. Collectors checklist for lincoln cents memorial and later reverse 1959date coin grade price purchase date coin grade price purchase date liberty coin service 1959 1959d. Lincoln pennies minted from 1959 to 1982 are made of 95 percent copper and have about 2. Get a great deal with this online auction presented by on behalf of a law enforcement or public agency client. In 1959, to mark the 150th anniversary of abraham lincoln s birth, the lincoln wheat cent was redesigned with a different reverse. Winning bidder will receive the exact item pictured. Collection 1959 to 1998 official whitman coin folder hardcover may 1, 1994 by whitman publishing author. Visit coin supply express for all of your coin collecting supplies. Get the best deals on lincoln head cent book indiana lincoln wheat small cents 19091958 when you shop the largest online selection. Lincolns were adopted in 1909, replacing the indian head cent. Get a great deal on this online auction for a coincurrency presented by property room on behalf of a law enforcement or public agency client. Grading lincoln cents can be a very complex and challenging undertaking for collectors. Lincoln cent memorial key date us coin values coinhelp.
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