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2012 Lincoln One-Cent Coin | Proof
Here we have the proof version the 2012 cent! To read up on “Proof Coinage” click here.
Obverse:
Engraver: Victor D. Brenner
Description: Bears the likeness of President Lincoln.
Reverse
Designer: Lyndall Bass
Engraver: Joseph Menna
Description: The reverse features a union shield with a scroll draped across it bearing the inscription E PLURIBUS UNUM (“out of many, one”). The 13 vertical stripes of the shield represent the states joined in one compact union to support the federal government, represented by the horizontal bar above. The union shield, which dates back to the 1780s, was used widely during the Civil War. In addition, the shield device is featured on frescoes throughout the halls of the U.S. Capitol Building by Constantino Brumidi, artist of the Capitol during Lincoln’s presidency.
Image/Text: U.S.Mint
Long Beach | February 2012
Get ready for the Long Beach Coin, Stamp, & Collectibles Expo. Starting today Thursday, February 2, and finishing up on February 4th. This is an international show and has been a leading tradition in the coin, stamp, and collectible industry since 1964. Take a look at the schedule below to make sure you don’t miss out on what is important to you, there will be a lot going on! Be sure to click here for a $2 coupon. I am not sure if I will be attending, but I’m sure it will be an amazing weekend!
Image: Expos Unlimited
2012 Lincoln One-Cent Coin | Uncirculated
You should start seeing 2012 pennies in your pocket change soon. The penny has been fighting a battle lately, as so many people think it is time for it to go away. I like the cent and think it should stay!
Obverse:
Engraver: Victor D. Brenner
Description: Bears the likeness of President Lincoln.
Reverse
Designer: Lyndall Bass
Engraver: Joseph Menna
Description: The reverse features a union shield with a scroll draped across it bearing the inscription E PLURIBUS UNUM (“out of many, one”). The 13 vertical stripes of the shield represent the states joined in one compact union to support the federal government, represented by the horizontal bar above. The union shield, which dates back to the 1780s, was used widely during the Civil War. In addition, the shield device is featured on frescoes throughout the halls of the U.S. Capitol Building by Constantino Brumidi, artist of the Capitol during Lincoln’s presidency.
Image/Text: U.S.Mint
Whitman Baltimore Expo | November 2011
Whitman Coin and Collectibles Baltimore Expo opens to the public today and runs through the Sunday the 20th. Stack’s Bowers will be the official auction house for the show. There are many exciting things to see and do. Check the schedule below so you don’t miss out!
Strange But True
Anyone who has bought multiple coin collections has most certainly come across one of these strange but true pieces in one form or another. The facts are indisputable and they are quite intriguing. President Lincoln and President Kennedy just happen to both be on a coin, so needless to say this is a coin marketers dream come true. Here are a the facts that are Strange But True:
Production Footage of the $5 Note
Here is a great B.E.P. video showing the production of the $5 note.
New Lincoln One-Cent Coin for 2010 and Beyond
The U.S. Mint also gave us a peak at the New Lincoln One-Cent Coin for “2010 and Beyond” at the celebration for the fourth and final unveiling of the Lincoln Bicentennial Cent series. The obverse , which is Victor David Brenner’s depiction of Abraham Lincoln, will remain the same.
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