1997 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent
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
- $500
- Sold
- Grade
- MS70BN
- Auction house
- eBay
Description
The 1997 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent, struck at the Philadelphia Mint, is part of the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 collection. The Philadelphia Mint struck 4,622,800,000 cents dated 1997. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C. Both mints active with typical production levels. Estimated market value ranges from $0.01 to $0.36 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 #3143.
External References
Error Varieties(155)
1997 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1997 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1997 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
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1997 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-005
1997 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
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