Lot 216
1959-1960 and 1982 AU/MS Pennies
Sold December 12, 2025
- Price realized
- $30
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $75-150
Origin: United States
Denomination: One Cent
Year: 1959-1960 and 1982
Mint: Philadelphia and Denver
Grade/Condition: Various Conditions
Metal: Copper
Weight (+/- 0.2g): Estimated Total: 1163.40 Grams
Additional Description: The 1959-1960 Lincoln cents mark the introduction of the Lincoln Memorial reverse, replacing the classic Wheat ears design. These early Memorial cents retain the full detail of the portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse, paired with the finely rendered depiction of the memorial on the reverse. Coins from this period are struck in 95% copper and reflect the careful craftsmanship of the Philadelphia and Denver mints during the late 1950s and early 1960s. By 1982, the Lincoln cent underwent a notable transition, as the Mint shifted from a primarily copper composition to a predominantly zinc core with a thin copper plating. Coins preserved in About Uncirculated or Mint State condition from this year reveal the crispness of the design and the original luster, offering a window into the production practices and materials of the era. Together, the 1959-1960 and 1982 AU/MS pennies illustrate both the continuity and subtle evolution of Lincoln cent design, showing how a familiar coin adapted to changes in minting technology while maintaining its iconic imagery.
Lot details
- Lot
- 216
- Auction
- Gold and Silver Showcase
- Closed
- December 12, 2025
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