United States of America 1966 Philadelphia Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1¢

Coin / United States of America / 1966 / Philadelphia / Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse / 1¢ (One Cent, Penny)

This coin is a 1966 Lincoln Cent, produced by the Philadelphia Mint. It features the iconic Wheat Reverse design, which was created by designers Victor David Brenner and Frank Gasparro. Made of 95% copper and 5% zinc, this penny has a diameter of 19 millimeters and a weight of approximately 3.11 grams. The edge of the coin is plain, and it was struck as part of a large mintage, with a total of 2,188,147,783 coins produced that year. Notably, this particular coin does not have a mint mark, as it was produced in Philadelphia, where mint marks are typically omitted. As a widely circulated coin, the 1966 Lincoln Cent has become a staple in American currency, representing both historical significance and accessibility. The coin's face displays the classic portrait of President Abraham Lincoln, while the reverse side showcases two wheat stalks, a design that was used on Lincoln Cents from 1909 until 1958, repurposed occasionally for specific issues. In terms of numismatic value, a 1966 Lincoln Cent in average circulated condition typically holds little premium beyond its face value of one cent, mainly due to its large mintage. However, coins in uncirculated or special condition may fetch higher prices among collectors.