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The link below give the specifications of all current U.S. coins.

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The 1967 Lincoln Cent is composed of 95% copper and 5% zinc.

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Silver,Copper,Tin,Zinc and Nickel were used in different combinations for all denominations of coins dated from 1960 to 1969. If you want information on a specific coin post new question.

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All U.S. quarters minted for circulation since 1965, including the bicentennial quarter, contain 91.67% copper and 8.33% nickel.

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