coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) \ Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse \ 1961 \ Philadelphia
The 1961 Lincoln Cent with a Memorial Reverse was minted in Philadelphia and is part of the Lincoln Cent series, which began in 1909. This coin features the iconic portrait of President Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse. As a one-cent piece, it is primarily composed of copper, although later versions contain primarily zinc. Collectors often seek specific years and mint marks, such as the Philadelphia mint mark, to complete their sets or for investment purposes. The condition and rarity of the coin significantly influence its collectible value.
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1961-P (Philadelphia) Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) | Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1961 | Philadelphia |
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1961-P (Philadelphia) Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) | Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1961 | Philadelphia |