1969 Lincoln Memorial Cent
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$395 MS69BN 06-18-2019 eBay
Description
The 1969 Lincoln Memorial Cent is a cent minted at the Philadelphia Mint, within the Lincoln Memorial Cents 1959-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 1.1 billion examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 68% of production. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right and the reverse displays the Lincoln Memorial building in Washington, D.C. The 1969-S Doubled Die Obverse is one of the most valuable modern Lincoln Cent varieties. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $1 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2912.
External References
Error Varieties(7)
1969 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1969 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1969 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1969 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1969 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1969 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
CU-1C-1969-04 Cud
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