1976 (D) 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
- $1,265
- Sold
- Grade
- MS60
- Auction house
- Stack's
Description
The 1976 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent represents a Denver Mint issue from the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series. The Denver Mint struck 4,221,592,455 cents dated 1976. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C. Bicentennial year — no special cent design was issued, unlike quarters, half dollars, and dollars. Denver's mint evolved from a frontier assay office into one of the nation's primary coin production facilities, opening in 1906. 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 #2983.
External References
Error Varieties(5)
1976-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1976-D Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
CU-1C-1976D-05 Cud
CU-1C-1976D-06 Cud
SKH-1c-1976D-01 Spiked Head
Other Strike Types in This Series
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