1960 Lincoln Memorial Cent - Large Date

Coin Details

Auction Record

$575 AU50 02-03-2010 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1960 Lincoln Memorial Cent - Large Date is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 586.4 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 4 mint variants, representing only 14% of total production. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C.. Both large date and small date varieties exist from Philadelphia and Denver, creating four collectible variants. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $1 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2858.