1981 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent

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$700 MS66BN 08-25-2018 eBay

Description

The 1981 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent is a cent minted at the Philadelphia Mint, within the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C. Standard production year. The final year before the historic 1982 composition transition from bronze to zinc. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. 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 #3041.