The Lincoln Wheat Penny: A Snapshot of American History
The Lincoln Wheat Penny, launched in 1909 to honor Abraham Lincoln’s 100th birthday, was the first U.S. coin to feature a real person’s portrait. Designed by Victor David Brenner, the front shows Lincoln facing right, with “IN GOD WE TRUST” above and “LIBERTY” near the date. The back has two wheat stalks encircling “ONE CENT” … Read more