1965 Lincoln Cent

About This Coin

The 1965 Lincoln Cent is a United States cent from the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series — an early issue, 7th of 50 years in the series. In 1965, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 1.5 billion. This ranks 41st of 50 years by total mintage, above the series median of 3.7 million. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C.. Mint marks were removed from all U.S. coins under the Coinage Act of 1965. Special Mint Set cents replaced traditional proofs. Struck in 95% copper, 5% zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 15 known die varieties for this date across 5 categories, including atypical die clash, cud, doubled die obverse and 2 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $1 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $633 in MS62 grade at Stack's. Designed by Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro.