1959 Penny
The 1959 version of the Lincoln Penny is worth on average $30.00 if in Mint State (uncirculated), while one in poor condition will have a value of just $0.01. If the coin has an error, or is certified, this will further add to its appeal and raise its price numismatically speaking.
- Year: 1959
- Mint: No Mint Mark
- Type: Lincoln Penny
- Mintage: 609,715,000
- Metal: 95% copper 5% zinc
- What's it worth?: $30.00 to $0.01
These coins are still found regularly in pocket change and coin rolls. This date is a good one to remember. The D or Denver minted versions are worth considerably more than those minted here in Philadelphia. so bookmark this page and just remember the year 1959 for pennies.
In 1959 a new reverse engraving was used on the penny. The Lincoln Memorial would now be featured on the Penny until 2008. In poor condition these coins are only worth face value.
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Common Questions
Located on the front (obverse) to the right just under the date. If not present this penny was minted in Philadelphia.
President Lincoln is featured prominently on the obverse (front) of the Lincoln Cent, also called the Lincoln Penny. The Penny is the first widely distributed coin to feature an American President. Previously coin faces were reserved for Kings, Queens, and Royalty.
The Lincoln Penny has a weight of 2.5 g.