Bronze Lincoln Memorial Penny dated 1968-D, United States Mint

The Lincoln Memorial Penny was introduced in 1959 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth, replacing the Wheat Ears reverse design. The 1968-D issue was struck at the Denver Mint with a mintage of over 2.8 billion coins, making it one of the most common dates in the series. These coins were composed of 95% copper and 5% zinc until 1982, when the composition changed to copper-plated zinc. Lincoln Memorial Pennies appeal to coin collectors building complete date and mint mark sets, as well as those seeking error varieties and high-grade specimens. The 1968-D penny is particularly popular among collectors who grew up during this era and those assembling affordable vintage coin collections. These coins represent an accessible entry point into American numismatics while offering a tangible connection to the late 1960s.