Own a piece of American Bicentennial history with this unsearched roll of 1976 Lincoln Memorial Cents from the Philadelphia Mint. Struck during the nation's 200th anniversary celebration, these coins represent a milestone year in American numismatics and offer collectors an opportunity to discover potential treasures in original bank-wrapped condition.
Obverse: Victor David Brenner's timeless portrait of President Abraham Lincoln graces the obverse, capturing the strength and dignity of America's 16th president. Lincoln's profile faces right, with the inscriptions "IN GOD WE TRUST" arcing above and "LIBERTY" positioned to the left. The date 1976 appears below, marking this special Bicentennial year. Brenner's initials "VDB" are subtly placed on Lincoln's shoulder, a detail that connects these cents to the designer's original 1909 vision.
Reverse: Frank Gasparro's Lincoln Memorial design showcases the iconic monument in stunning detail. The Memorial's columns frame a tiny representation of Daniel Chester French's seated Lincoln statue visible between the center columns. "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" curves along the top, while "E PLURIBUS UNUM" appears above the Memorial. The denomination "ONE CENT" is prominently displayed at the bottom, completing this patriotic composition that honored both Lincoln and American democracy.
The 1976 Lincoln Cent holds special significance as a Bicentennial-year issue, making it a must-have for date collectors and American history enthusiasts. Unsearched rolls like this offer the thrill of discovery - you might find valuable varieties, doubled dies, or pristine specimens perfect for registry sets. Philadelphia Mint cents from this era, struck without a mint mark, represent the continuation of a tradition dating back to 1793. Whether you're building a complete Lincoln Cent collection, searching for varieties, or investing in copper cents from the pre-zinc era, this original bank-wrapped roll delivers both historical significance and numismatic potential.
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