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How do you distinguish a average penny from a Lincoln wheat penny?
by flipping over the penny and looking at the back. if its a wheat penny its got designs on each side of the writing which is different than a regular penny
How much is the Abraham Lincoln penny worth with him sitting on a log reading a book?
The Abraham Lincoln penny with him sitting on a log reading a book is part of the "Formative Years" series of the Lincoln Bicentennial penny designs released in 2009. In circulated condition, this penny is typically worth face value (1 cent), but in uncirculated condition or as part of a set, it may be worth a few dollars to collectors.
What year did they put a shield on the back of pennies?
The U.S. Mint introduced a shield design on the back of pennies in 2010. This design marked the return to a single, original concept for the penny, featuring a shield symbolizing the unity of the states. Prior to this, the penny featured various designs over the years, including the Lincoln Memorial and the Lincoln Bicentennial designs.
What is on the back of a regular American penny?
As of 2010, the back of all new pennies is the Union Shield, in 2009 there were 4 designs of Abraham Lincoln and prior to that was the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC.
How many different kinds of penney does US have?
The United States currently has five different types of pennies: the Lincoln Memorial penny, the Lincoln Bicentennial penny, the Shield penny, the Lincoln Union Shield penny, and the Lincoln Wheat penny.
When was the Lincoln penny first made?
The first Lincoln cents were struck in mid-1909 and released to the public on August 2 of that year.
What year was the Lincoln penny introduced?
The Lincoln penny was first introduced in 1909.
What is the value of a Lincoln penny?
it depends on the date and the mint mark. Lincoln pennies were minted 1909~now. Wheat pennies 1909~1958. Lincoln memorial pennies 1959~2008. Lincoln bicentennial pennies 2009 (4 designs), Lincoln union shield pennies 2010~ .
Is there a 2009 US penny?
Yes, four designs are being issued in honor of Lincoln's 200th anniversary. Mintages have been relatively low because the sluggish economy means there has been a significant reduction in the demand for coins of all denominations.
Why is Lincoln on the US penny?
The Lincoln Penny was first issued in 1909 to commemorate Abraham Lincoln's 100th birthday.
What is the building called on the tails side of the penny?
Lincoln Memorial from 1959 to 2008. The 2009 cent will have President Aberham Lincoln standing out side the Old State Capitol Building, along with 3 other designs.
What is the value on 1927 D lincoln penny?
Lincoln head 1927 D penny
