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A 1958 penny has ears of wheat on the back and 1980 Penny has a Lincoln Memorial on the back. Lincoln Memorials started appearing on pennies in 1959.

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The main difference between a 1958 penny and a 1980 penny is their composition. The 1958 penny is made of 95% copper and 5% tin and zinc, whereas the 1980 penny is made of 97.5% zinc and 2.5% copper. Additionally, the design and mint marks on the coins may be different based on the year of issue.

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