coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) \ Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse \ 1988
The 1988 Lincoln Cent, commonly known as the Memorial Reverse penny, features a depiction of the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse side. This design was introduced in 1959 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. The coin's obverse showcases a profile of President Lincoln. The 1988 minting includes Philadelphia (no mintmark) and Denver (D mintmark) versions, with the majority being composed of copper-plated zinc. Collectors often seek high-grade examples for their numismatic and historical significance.
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1988-D (Denver) Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) | Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1988 | Denver |
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1988-P (Philadelphia) Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) | Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1988 | Philadelphia |
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1988-S (San Francisco) Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) | Lincoln Cents - Memorial Reverse | 1988 | San Francisco |