1976 Lincoln Cent

About This Coin

The 1976 Lincoln Cent is a United States cent from the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series — 18th of 50 years in the series. In 1976, coins were struck at the Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Denver Mints with a combined mintage of 4.1 million. This ranks 28th 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.. Bicentennial year — no special cent design was issued, unlike quarters, half dollars, and dollars. Struck in 95% copper, 5% zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 21 known die varieties for this date across 5 categories, including cud, doubled die obverse, doubled die reverse and 2 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $4 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $1.3K in MS60 grade at Stack's. Designed by Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro.