The 2012 Lincoln Cent features the Bicentennial Shield Reverse, commemorating the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. This design includes a shield with 13 stripes representing the original colonies, along with the words "One Cent" and "United States of America." The obverse displays a portrait of Lincoln, a longstanding symbol of American history. These coins are made of copper-plated zinc and are collected for their historical significance and design variations, including different mint marks and finishes.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
2012 1c Shield RD 1c Lincoln Cents - Bicentennial & Shield Reverse 2012 Philadelphia
2012-D 1c Shield RD 1c Lincoln Cents - Bicentennial & Shield Reverse 2012 Denver
2012-S 1c Shield RD DCAM 1c Lincoln Cents - Bicentennial & Shield Reverse 2012 San Francisco