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1981-S Type 1 One Cent PR RD Values
Details
The 1981-S Type 1 proof mintmark is the same S as was used on 1979-S Type 2 and 1980 proofs. Most 1981-S Lincoln proof cents bear the Type 1 mintmark, which isn't very clearly defined. Later in 1981, a new S mintmark was created that exhibits bulbous serifs and is much clearer in shape than its Type 1 predecessor.
Obverse: Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned on the right side.
Reverse: Lincoln memorial building centered with words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA on top and bottom periphery. E PLURIBUS UNUM centered above the top of the memorial.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mintage:
4,063,083
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1959-1982
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc
Mint Mark:
S
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Type 1
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
3.11 gr
Weight:
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Victor Brenner (obverse); Frank Gasparro (reverse)
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1981, S
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Reverse Designer:
Frank Gasparro
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