USA 1 cent Lincoln Wheat Penny 1927

USA, Denver
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Rarity

Common

Attributes of Coins

RegionUSA
Denomination1 cent
Krause numberKM# 132
Mintage27,170,000
MetalBronze
thickness1.55 mm
diameter19.05 mm
weight3.11 g
Obverse:
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Head of state
Description:
Abraham Lincoln (16th President of the USA)
Creators:
Victor David Brenner (VDB)
IN GOD WE TRUST
LIBERTY
Reverse:
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Plant
Description:
Ears
Creators:
Victor David Brenner (VDB)
E PLURIBUS UNUM
ONE CENT
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Introduction of Coins

From this year onward, the Denver Mint cents of the 1920s were more routinely well struck. The extreme die erosion and frequent die cracks associated with earlier dates are less often seen on 1927-D cents. The bold example featured here was well struck from fresh dies and provides an excellent paradigm.  Circulated coins are readily available, with only the AU grades being slightly scarce. Mint State pieces are fairly plentiful in the lesser grades, but those having full, original color are rare, especially in combination with sharp strikes and spot-free surfaces.Read More