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1968 Penny
Key Facts & Value
Key Fact
Description
This is a United States one-cent coin, commonly known as a Lincoln Cent. The obverse features a bust of Abraham Lincoln, designed by Victor David Brenner. The reverse displays wheat stalks, also designed by Brenner. The coin has a plain edge and is made of copper. It was minted in Philadelphia, with a mint mark of 'D' indicating Denver. This coin is a standard circulation issue, part of a series that began in 1909 and continues to the present day.
History
The Lincoln Cent was introduced in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. It was the first circulating U.S. coin to feature a real person. The initial design by Victor David Brenner was controversial for its prominent initials, which were later removed from the die. The coin has undergone material changes over its history, with its composition shifting from bronze to copper-clad steel and back to a copper-zinc alloy.
Facts
The wheat stalk reverse design, prevalent for much of the coin's history, is highly recognizable and beloved by collectors. The cent holds significant cultural weight as the lowest denomination in U.S. currency, often the first coin children learn about. Its long production run makes it a common yet historically rich piece for numismatists. Variations in minting and preservation create a wide range of collectibility.
Value Fact
The market value for a standard Lincoln Cent in circulated condition is generally low, often ranging from a few cents to under a dollar, depending on wear and year. However, key dates, mint marks, or coins with significant errors can command much higher prices. Demand remains steady due to the coin's historical significance and ease of collection.
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