coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) \ Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse \ 1982 \ Philadelphia
The 1982 Lincoln Cent with the Memorial Reverse, minted in Philadelphia, is a notable example of U.S. collectible coins. This coin represents the transition in composition from the predominately copper cents to a zinc core with a copper plating. The obverse features the iconic portrait of Abraham Lincoln, while the reverse showcases the Lincoln Memorial, symbolizing American heritage. Due to its production in varying compositions, the 1982 cent is sought after by numismatists and collectors, with specific variations fetching higher premiums.
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1982-P (Philadelphia) Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) | Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1982 | Philadelphia |