1982 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Zinc Large Date
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
- $485
- Sold
- Grade
- MS64BN
- Auction house
- eBay
Description
Produced at the Denver Mint, the 1982 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Zinc Large Date is part of 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. Transitional year: seven varieties exist with combinations of large date/small date and bronze/zinc compositions in both Philadelphia and Denver production. The Denver Mint, which grew from an 1860s gold rush assay office, has served as a major production facility since 1906. Estimated market value ranges from $0.01 to $0.49 depending on grade and condition. Struck in copper-plated zinc, weighing 2.5 grams, 19.05 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #146031.
External References
Error Varieties(7)
1982 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent Blistered Plating
1982-D Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1982-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1982-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
CU-1C-1982D-01 Cud
CU-1c-1982D-42(LD) Rim Cud
CU-1c-1982D-49(LD) Cud
Other Strike Types in This Series
1982 (D) Lincoln Cent - Large Date Bronze
7 errors
1982 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Small Date Bronze
1 error
1982 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Zinc Small Date
2 errors
1982 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Bronze Large Date
101 errors
1982 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Bronze Small Date
40 errors
1982 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Zinc Large Date
91 errors
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