2001 Lincoln Cent

About This Coin

The 2001 Lincoln Cent is a United States cent from the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series — a late issue, 43rd of 50 years in the series. In 2001, coins were struck at the San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Denver Mints with a combined mintage of 2.3 million. This ranks 4th 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.. Standard production from both mints. Struck in copper-plated zinc, weighing 2.5 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 190 known die varieties for this date across 9 categories, including atypical die clash, cud, doubled die obverse and 6 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $5 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $1.9K in MS68BN grade at eBay. Designed by Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro.