1951 One Cent PR RD Values

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1951 One Cent PR RD Values

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Proof 1951 Lincoln cents are plentiful in all grades and color designations, though collectors seeking top example will take extra time in seeking pieces with spotless surfaces and great overall eye appeal. Those who want a particularly rewarding challenge should seek examples with strong cameo effects on the devices and lettering. Such pieces are rare but well worth the effort in seeking, and they are of particular interest to series enthusiasts and registry set collectors.

Obverse: Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned on the right side.

Reverse: Wheat ears flanking the words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on the top perimeter.

Basic Information

GSID:

2543

Coin Date:

1951

Denomination:

1c / One Cent

Designation:

PR

Mint & Coinage Details

Mint Location:

Philadelphia

Mintage:

57,500

Coinage Type:

Lincoln Cent

Coinage Years:

1909-1958

Composition:

95% copper; 5% tin & zinc

Physical Characteristics

Weight:

3.11 gr

Weight:

0.11 oz

Strike Type:

Proof

Diameter:

19 mm

Coin Shape:

Round

Design Details

Designer:

Victor D. Brenner

Obverse Lettering:

IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1951

Obverse Designer:

Victor D. Brenner

Reverse Lettering:

E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Reverse Designer:

Victor D. Brenner

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