Drescription:  The Lincoln Memorial cent (1959–2008) features Victor D. Brenner’s iconic Lincoln portrait on the obverse and Frank Gasparro’s depiction of the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse, created to honor the 150th anniversary of Lincoln’s birth. Minted in 95% copper (1959–1982) and then copper-plated zinc (1982–2008), this 19mm coin includes a tiny, visible statue of Lincoln within the memorial.

Key Features and Details:

Design (Obverse): Abraham Lincoln facing right, designed by Victor David Brenner (used since 1909).

Design (Reverse): The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., designed by Frank Gasparro.

Composition & Weight:

1959–1982: 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc (3.11 grams).

1982–2008: 97.5% zinc, 2.5% copper (2.5 grams).

Key Varieties & Notes:

1982 Change: The transition from copper to zinc occurred in 1982, with both types existing.

Varieties: Notable varieties include the 1960 Small/Large Date, 1970-S Small Date, and 1972/1984/1995 doubled dies.

"Memorial in a Memorial": A tiny seated statue of Lincoln is visible between the center pillars.