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1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny Circulated

Key Facts & Value

Key Fact

DescriptionThis is a single 1952 Lincoln cent, a copper penny, struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The obverse features a profile of Abraham Lincoln, with 'LIBERTY' to his left and the year '1952' to his right. The reverse displays two wheat stalks. It exhibits signs of circulation.

HistoryThe Lincoln cent was first minted in 1909, commemorating the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. Designed by Victor David Brenner, it was the first US coin to feature a real person. The wheat design remained until 1959, replaced by the Lincoln Memorial.

FactsThe 1952 Lincoln cent is a common date, with millions produced. These pennies were a staple in American commerce for decades. The copper composition was standard for this era. The wheat cent design is beloved by collectors for its classic American imagery.

Value Fact

A circulated 1952 Lincoln cent typically has minimal numismatic value, often trading at a slight premium over its face value due to its collector appeal. Prices can range from a few cents to perhaps fifty cents depending on the condition and specific market demand.

Item Details

Official Details

CategoryCoins

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Length-

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Weight3.11 g

Person-

Coins TypePenny

Denomination1 Cent

CurrencyUSD

Obverse DescriptionBust of Abraham Lincoln facing right

Obverse CreatorVictor David Brenner

Reverse DescriptionWheat stalks

Reverse CreatorVictor David Brenner

Mint or Printing PressPhiladelphia Mint

Diameter19.05 mm

Thickness1.52 mm

Production TypeCirculation

Edge TypeReeded

Mintage343,100,000

Coins Topic/Theme-

Country / EmpireUSA

Start Year1952

End Year1952

Coin Product Name-

Mint MarkP

Obverse ObjectsLincoln

Reverse ObjectsWheat

ShapeRound

Material-

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Year Displayed-

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Grading Company-

GradeCirculated

Coins Error-

AlignmentMedallic

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