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1963 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent

Strike Type
1963 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent

Coin Details

Year
1963
Denomination
Cent
Mint Mark
D
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008
Designer
Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro
Mintage
1,774,020,400
Composition
95% Copper, 5% Zinc
Weight
3.11g
Diameter
19mm
Edge
Plain

Value Estimates

$0.02 - $1.24

Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.

Auction Record

$1,005 MS67BN 06-06-2022 eBay

Description

The 1963 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent is a cent produced at the Denver Mint as part of the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 1.8 billion examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 70% of production. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C.. Rising coin demand led to higher production at both mints, surpassing 2.6 billion combined. Struck at the Denver Mint, established in 1906 from an earlier assay office that processed Colorado gold rush metal. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $1 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2885.

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