2015-D (Denver) Lincoln Cents - Bicentennial and Shield Reverse

Coin / United States of America / 2015 / Denver / Lincoln Cents - Bicentennial and Shield Reverse / 1¢ (One Cent, Penny)

You are looking at a 2015 Lincoln Cent with a Denver mint mark, part of the Bicentennial and Shield Reverse series. This one-cent coin is commonly known as a penny, and it's made from copper-plated zinc, weighing 2.5 grams and measuring 19 millimeters in diameter. The coin is classified under the "Coins" type and produced via a mint strike. In terms of its characteristics, the coin features the iconic Lincoln design on the obverse, while the reverse showcases the Shield motif, a representation of the unity of the United States. With a significant mintage of approximately 4.674 billion coins, this particular cent is widely circulated and readily available. Due to its relatively recent year of issue and high mintage, this coin typically holds a nominal value of one cent, though it can be worth a bit more to collectors depending on its condition and any unique features it may have. Overall, it's a standard piece in American numismatics, representing both the heritage and ongoing circulation of U.S. currency.