2021 (D) Lincoln Shield Cent
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Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$3,300 MS68RD 12-03-2022 eBay
Description
The 2021 (D) Lincoln Shield Cent is a cent produced at the Denver Mint as part of the Lincoln Shield Cents 2010 to Date series. The U.S. Mint produced 4.0 billion examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 50% of production. 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 at the Denver Mint, established in 1906 from an earlier assay office that processed Colorado gold rush metal. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $0 depending on grade and condition. Struck in copper-plated zinc, weighing 2.5 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #852829.
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Error Varieties(12)
2021-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
2021-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
2021-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
2021-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004
2021-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-005
2021-D Variety WWHO-001
2021-D VDDR VDDR-001
2021-D VDDR VDDR-002
2021-D VDDR VDDR-003
2021-D VDDR VDDR-004
2021-D VDDR VDDR-005
