Die varieties lincoln cent books

Features a complete history of the lincoln cent with research of events leading up to the production of the lincoln cent, the engraver and mint officials who designed it, as well as a biography of abraham lincoln. We have just expanded our site again to include very nice bu lincoln cents, jefferson nickels and roosevelt dimes. The complete price guide and cross reference to lincoln cent mint mark varieties, by. The lincoln cent rpm book, volume 1 1909 1958 published in 2010. Lincoln cent varieties rare lincoln pennies that dont. When it comes to lincoln memorial penny key dates, rarities, and varieties, a minor variation on a coin can result in a big difference in the value. Over the last fifteen years, i have searched through thousands of bu rolls looking for varieties and errors. In 1982, the mints issued seven different business strike varieties of the lincoln cent for circulation, plus a proof cent for collectors. Rpms abound with the best ones known on the lincoln cent and washington quarter. A guide book of lincoln cents official red books q. David lange examines all attributes of the most commonly collected coin series to date, including detailed information concerning rare lincoln cent errors. David bowers provides a detailed study of this great american classic. In my opinion the wexlerallen top 100 list is the best of.

A guide book of lincoln cents official red books whitman publishing. The first hint that 1953 may well be a hot year, offering collectors a potpourri of important varieties, began with the listing of a 1953dds washington quarter. Over the course of more than 100 years, there have been several varieties that have arisen in the lincoln cent series. These would include varieties like the 1960 lincoln cents with large dates and. I have both volumes that covers all the types of coins. While there are hundreds of lincoln cent varieties out there, the more. Below is a list of some of the many books and cdroms available to coin collectors and the lincoln cent collector in particular. Whitman publishing releases new third edition of lincoln cents. Authentic versions of the coin are hard to find as there have been a number of fakes out there found that have been what is most commonly known as machine doubled. This variety features strong doubling of the date, god we trust and lincolns eyelid. These would include varieties like the 1960 lincoln cents with large dates and small dates, the 1979s and 1981s proof lincoln cents with different mint mark styles, etc. They should not be considered as permanent listings unless they have had prior publication with an accompanying photo for identification. Liberty coin service stocks a wide variety of lincoln cents for sale, including pcgs and ngc.

Every date and mint is illustrated, including proof issues. Types of coins or subcategories in this denomination. The lincoln cent resource lcrtop 50 lincoln cent varieties. They should not be considered as permanent listings unless they have had prior publication with an. A further selection of varieties may be found within the books listed under references and will be of. Brenner chose a heraldic arrangement of two wheat heads to frame the statutory legends. We have begun to create pages for two cent varieties that are unlisted in current books.

Lincoln cents are typically collected by date and mintmark, and over the years, three major reverse designs were used. Lincoln cents are among the most fascinating coins in. These variety master listings are offered as a work in progress. If we were talking about a lincoln cent specific guide, or even a guide devoted to. Musings on a guide book of lincoln cents as the third edition. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Brians variety coins high grade coins at low prices. The author also points out a number of minor varieties that are often mistaken for, or are simply too common, to be considered collectible. Top 100 lincoln cent rpms are according to those originally listed in the wexlerallen book, the complete price guide and crossreference to lincoln cents mintmark varieties, unless otherwise noted.

The most important new reference book a casual or diehard lincoln cent collector can own. Heres a cherry pickers lists of lincoln cent varieties. Now, as the coin nears its 100th anniversary and the bicentennial of abraham lincoln s birth, q. Unlike the transitional design varieties in which a coin design is used in a year when it shouldnt be used, the wrong design varieties have a coin design being used in the correct year, but on the wrong type of coin. Com in 2009, to mark the bicentennial of lincolns birth and the centennial of the.

This variety features strong doubling of the date, god we trust and lincoln s eyelid. As with most copper coins, full fire engine red colored coins are much more preferred and command a higher premium. Here at brians variety coins, we sell high grade coins at low prices. Get access to all of these articles, and a whole lot more, with a coin world digital edition subscription varieties notebook. Small cents 9832 flying eagle cent 7 indian head cent 2281 lincoln wheat cent 5073 lincoln memorial cent 2163 lincoln shield. The information and photos may not be used in any other websites, books. Lincoln cent matte proof coins for example were stored in a tissue paper when mailed from the mint, which contained elements that. Ngc will attribute the lincoln cent varieties listed below. Thats quite a mouthful, but it reflects the overall complete scope of this reference.

Many of these varieties have attracted little attention outside of the circle of lincoln cent enthusiasts, though some are highly popular and are even quite scarce. I also cover the history of the vdb marks on lincoln cents, and one way to spot. The complete guide to lincoln cents is the only book to cover all aspects of the lincoln cent series with comprehensive listings from the first lincoln cent of 1909 through the famous 1995 doubleddie. Generations of coin collectors have grown up with the lincoln cent. Lincoln cents, wheat reverse 19091958 the centennial of abraham lincolns birth was marked by placing his portrait on the cent. In my opinion the wexlerallen top 100 list is the best of the several top 100 lists devised. To call the lincoln cent a classic american coin is to group it with buffalo nickels. Your online resource for information on the lincoln cent series. Stanton the complete price guide and cross reference to lincoln cent mint mark varieties by brian allen and john a. Guide book of lincoln cents and other whitman books for free from. Lincoln cents, wheat reverse 19091958 varietyplus ngc. First there are those varieties that are currently published in one of the several reference books on varieties. Copper plated zinc and copper cents were both minted in 1982.