1974 Lincoln Memorial Cent
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $15,390
- Sold
- Grade
- UNC Details
- Auction house
- eBay
Description
The 1974 Lincoln Memorial Cent was struck at the Philadelphia Mint as a cent in the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series. The Mint struck 4,232,140,523 cents dated 1974 without a mint mark. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C. Congress rejected the aluminum cent proposal. Massive production runs continued with rising copper prices threatening the copper-alloy cent. Estimated market value ranges from $0.02 to $1 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19.05 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2969.
External References
Error Varieties(14)
1974 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1974 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1974 Floating Die Clash FDC-1C-1974-01
CU-1c-1974-01 Cud
CU-1c-1974-02 Cud
CU-1c-1974-03 Cud
CU-1c-1974-05 Cud
CU-1c-1974-06 Cud
CU-1c-1974-08 Cud
CU-1c-1974-09 & 10 Rim Cud
CU-1c-1974-11 Cud
CU-1c-1974-17 Cud
DC-1c-1974-01 Die Chip
FDC-1c-1974-01 Die Chip
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