1999-P (Philadelphia) Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse

Coin / United States of America / 1999 / Philadelphia / Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse / 1¢ (One Cent, Penny)

You have a 1999 Lincoln Cent featuring a Memorial reverse design, minted at the Philadelphia Mint (indicated by the "P" mint mark). This one-cent coin is part of the Lincoln Cents series, which has been produced since 1909. The coin is composed of copper-plated zinc, weighing approximately 2.5 grams, and has a diameter of 19 millimeters. In terms of production, it was a standard mint strike, contributing to a substantial mintage of approximately 5,237,600,000 units. While the 1999 Lincoln Cent is a common coin and typically found in circulation, collectors often seek it in higher grades for its historical significance and as part of complete Lincoln Cent collections. With its unique combination of features, this coin serves as a modern piece of American numismatic history.