2011 Lincoln Shield Cent

About This Coin

The 2011 Lincoln Shield Cent is a United States cent from the Lincoln Shield Cents 2010 to Date series — the second year of the series. In 2011, coins were struck at the San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Denver Mints with a combined mintage of 1.7 million. This ranks 7th of 13 years by total mintage, at 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, weighing 2.5 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 78 known die varieties for this date across 7 categories, including atypical die clash, doubled die obverse, doubled die reverse and 4 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $6 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $667 in MS68 grade at eBay. Designed by Victor David Brenner/Lyndall Bass.