1991-D Lincoln Memorial Cent

History of the 1991 Penny

The 1991 Lincoln penny was minted in 1991. It is estimated that 5,165,940,000 1991 Lincoln pennies were produced in the United States. This figure doesn't accurately account for the total number of pennies in circulation because pennies that may have been melted, damaged, or never released into circulation are not reflected in this count. (https://treasurepursuits.com/1991-penny/)

The 1991 penny features two sides. The obverse depicted a portrait of Abraham Lincoln with "˜LIBERTY' written on the left, "˜1991' written on the right, and "˜In God We Trust' aligned at the top. The reverse of the penny shows a 12-pillared building with "˜E pluribus unum' written above and "˜ONE CENT' written below.

Appraisal Value of the 1991 Penny

Its uniqueness lies primarily on the head side of the coin, which features an imprinted picture of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln.

In rough condition, the coin is said to be valued at around one cent, but in certified Mint-State condition, it could be appraised at a value of up to $1. The 1991 Lincoln penny does not have a mint mark.

Background of the Lincoln Penny

The Lincoln Penny's head was designed by Victor David Brenner, as well as the original tails. Victor David Brenner, primarily known as the designer of the Lincoln cent, was a sculptor, an engraver, and a medalist. Brenner's friend, Charles Eliot Norton of Harvard, provided him with a portrait of Abraham Lincoln, which was engraved into the Lincoln cent.

The Lincoln cent was struck in 1909. Since then, it has undergone several different tails' editions. The obverse, however, is known as the longest-lasting design in the United States Mint Factory.

1991 Penny Error

There have been several errors reported regarding the 1991 penny. One such error is the "˜1991 D Penny Double Die.' It has "BIE" in the word "Liberty" and the whole date is double.

Many BIE-error pennies sell at auction for higher prices. The stronger the doubling is, the more valuable it is. According to speculations, this may very well be a genuine error if not a vice job.

While the 1991 Lincoln penny won't bring home millions of dollars, it has an interesting history to collectors. It has one of the longest-lasting obverse designs in US Mint history. Composition changes and the double-die error enhance its uniqueness and make it a great coin for collectors.