What Is the 1958 Lincoln Penny Made Of? The 1958 Lincoln penny comprises 95% copper and 5% tin and zinc. The same composition ...
This topic came up in a 2023 forum on the Collectors Universe website regarding an eBay listing for “‘TEDDY ROOSEVELT’S Panama Penny’ 1920d Lincoln Wheat Cent/PCGS -Discovery Coin!” ...
The Lincoln penny isn’t always this way. Here’s a quick history of its composition in the past: 95% copper and 5% tin or zinc – 1909 to 1942, 1944 to 1982 ...