2023 Lincoln Shield Cent

About This Coin

The 2023 Lincoln Shield Cent is a United States cent from the Lincoln Shield Cents 2010 to Date series — a late issue, 14th of 16 years in the series. In 2023, coins were struck at the Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Denver Mints with a combined mintage of 4.5 billion. This ranks 11th 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, weighing 2.5 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 24 known die varieties for this date across 4 categories, including doubled die obverse, doubled die reverse, retained cud and 1 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 $200 in MS65RD grade at eBay. Designed by Victor David Brenner (obverse), Lyndall Bass (reverse).