1971 (S) Lincoln Memorial Cent
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
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
$510 PCGS Genuine 07-26-2020 eBay
Description
The 1971 (S) Lincoln Memorial Cent is a cent produced at the San Francisco Mint as part of the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 528.4 million examples, making this the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C.. The 1971 Doubled Die Obverse is a significant variety. San Francisco produced both proofs and business strikes this year. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. 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 #38010.
External References
Error Varieties(11)
1971-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-006
1971-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-009
1971-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1971-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1971-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-011
CU-1C-1971S-01 Cud
CU-1C-1971S-03 Cud
CU-1C-1971S-04 Cud
CU-1C-1971S-07 Cud
SKH-1c-1971S-01 Spiked Head
