1 Cent "Lincoln Memorial Cent" (Bronze)
United States · 1959–1982 · Base Metal
Specifications
| Years | 1959–1982 |
| Denomination | 1 Cent |
| Composition | Bronze (95% copper, 5% zinc) |
| Gross weight | 3.11 g |
| Fineness | 95.0% base metal |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Edge | Plain |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Victor David Brenner, Frank Gasparro |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
The portrait of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States from 1861 to 1865, facing right accompanied by the motto.
Reverse
The Lincoln Memorial surrounded with the face value in full
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of bronze (95% copper, 5% zinc) and weighs 3.11 g. It carries no precious-metal melt value, so its worth is numismatic — driven by date, mint mark, grade and demand. For copper-era cents, the metal itself can exceed face value — see the copper penny calculator and our copper penny guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 1 Cent "Lincoln Memorial Cent" (Bronze) made of silver or gold?
No — the 1 Cent "Lincoln Memorial Cent" (Bronze) is bronze (95% copper, 5% zinc), so it carries no precious-metal melt value. Its worth is numismatic: driven by date, mint mark, grade and collector demand.
What years was the 1 Cent "Lincoln Memorial Cent" (Bronze) minted?
The 1 Cent "Lincoln Memorial Cent" (Bronze) was issued 1959–1982.
Who designed the 1 Cent "Lincoln Memorial Cent" (Bronze)?
The 1 Cent "Lincoln Memorial Cent" (Bronze) was designed by Victor David Brenner, Frank Gasparro.
How big is a 1 Cent "Lincoln Memorial Cent" (Bronze)?
It weighs 3.11 g and measures 19 mm across and 1.3 mm thick (bronze (95% copper, 5% zinc)).
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