The 1961 Lincoln Cent, produced in Philadelphia, features the iconic Wheat Reverse design that was used from 1909 to 1958. This one-cent coin is made of 95% copper and 5% zinc, and it is characterized by its depiction of President Abraham Lincoln on the obverse side. The Wheat Reverse design, showcasing two wheat stalks flanking the denomination, reflects a historical period in U.S. coinage and is a popular collectible among numismatists. The 1961 version is not considered rare but is still sought after for its significance in the Lincoln Cent series.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
United States of America 1961 Philadelphia Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1¢ 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1961 Philadelphia
United States of America 1961 Philadelphia Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1¢ 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1961 Philadelphia