1982 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Bronze Small Date

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

1982

Denomination

Cent

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Regular Strike

Series

Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008

Designer

Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro

Composition

95% Copper, 5% Zinc

Weight

3.11g

Diameter

19.05mm

Edge

Plain

Value Estimates

$0.02 - $2.5

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: $46
Sold: 28 August 2019
Grade: MS66BN
Auction house: eBay

Description

Part of the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series, the 1982 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Bronze Small Date is a cent from the Philadelphia Mint. 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. Estimated market value ranges from $0.02 to $3 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 #146018.