1960 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Small Date

Coin Details

Auction Record

$1,006 AU53 06-01-2002 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1960 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Small Date is a cent from the Denver Mint, belonging to the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 1.6 billion examples, making this ranked 3rd of 4 mint variants by mintage, with 36% of production. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C. Both large date and small date varieties exist from Philadelphia and Denver, creating four collectible variants. The Denver Mint, which grew from an 1860s gold rush assay office, has served as a major production facility since 1906. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $1 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2867.