The 1959 Lincoln Cent is notable for marking the transition from the Wheat Reverse design to the new Memorial design. The Wheat Reverse, featuring two stalks of wheat on the back, was used from 1909 to 1958. This specific coin, produced by the United States Mint, is composed of 95% copper and 5% tin and zinc. Collectors often seek out the 1959 cent for its significance in the history of American coinage, as it symbolizes the end of an era for the Lincoln cent series.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
United States of America 1959 Denver Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1¢ 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1959 Denver
United States of America 1959 Philadelphia Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1¢ 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1959 Philadelphia
United States of America 1959 Philadelphia Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1¢ 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1959 Philadelphia