1980 Lincoln Cent

About This Coin

The 1980 Lincoln Cent is a United States cent from the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series — 22nd of 50 years in the series. In 1980, coins were struck at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 3.6 million. This ranks 24th of 50 years by total mintage, below 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.. Philadelphia cents remained without a "P" mint mark — a tradition unique to the denomination — even as other coins received it. Struck in 95% copper, 5% zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 51 known die varieties for this date across 8 categories, including cud, die chip, doubled die obverse and 5 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $3 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $3.7K in PR70 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro.