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