Value of 1966 Lincoln Memorial Cent
Approximate Current Value: $0.01
Diameter: 19.00 mm
Mintage/Proof: 2,188,147,783 / 0
Weight: 3.11 grams
Metal: Copper
I Own 1966 Lincoln Memorial Cents (1959-2008)
History, Information, and Value of 1966 Lincoln Memorial Cent
Value of 1966 Lincoln Memorial Cent
The 1966 Lincoln Cent is considered a common strike. This coin was made out of copper and produced in mass quantity. The strikes are faded, but these coins can be found in ultra mint grades. The Special Mint Sets improved this year with better polishing on the dies than in 1965.
The text on the Lincoln one cent coin reads as follows. Obverse: LIBERTY; Date; IN GOD WE TRUST | Reverse: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; E PLURIBUS UNUM; ONE CENT.
Most Lincoln Memorial $0.01 coins are easily found as circulation coinage. If you are looking to purchase one of these coins, they can typically be found with little difficulty. As always, look for the high grade coins, and if available, try to get a coin that is already certified. Our coin experts are interested in making offers on any coin that is a high Mint State Grade (such as MS67 and higher), or any coin that has a double die variety or other Mint error. If you have one of these coins, please contact us to have the coin appraised. We are rare coin experts and can make you an offer for what your coin is worth. For circulated coins in low grades, you can easily buy or sell a Lincoln penny by visiting your local coin dealer. If you have any more questions about one cent coins, please contact our experts.
