2010 Lincoln Shield Cent

About This Coin

The 2010 Lincoln Shield Cent is a United States cent from the Lincoln Shield Cents 2010 to Date series — the first year of the series. In 2010, coins were struck at the Denver, Philadelphia, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 4.0 billion. This ranks 10th of 13 years by total mintage, above the series median of 1.7 million. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays a Union shield with a scroll banner reading ONE CENT, symbolizing Lincoln's preservation of the Union. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in copper-plated zinc, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 64 known die varieties for this date across 11 categories, including atypical die clash, cud, die chip and 8 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 $5.0K in MS67 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Victor David Brenner/Lyndall Bass.