1968 Lincoln Cent

About This Coin

The 1968 Lincoln Cent is a United States cent from the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series — an early issue, 10th of 50 years in the series. In 1968, coins were struck at the San Francisco, Denver, and Philadelphia Mints with a combined mintage of 2.0 billion. This ranks 44th of 50 years by total mintage, above the series median of 3.7 million. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C.. San Francisco resumed proof production after a three-year hiatus during the coinage transition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 58 known die varieties for this date across 10 categories, including atypical die clash, bie die break cent, cud and 7 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $1 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $14K in PR67 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro.