Last 20 Years of the Lincoln Wheat Penny Beginner Coin Set

Begin your coin collection with the last twenty years of the Lincoln Wheat Ear Penny. Designed by Victor D. Brenner in honor of the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth and first to display the image of an actual person, this historical penny was introduced in 1909. This set contains the last 20 years dated from 1939 to 1958. This exquisite collection includes the rare and beautiful Lincoln Steel Penny which was only minted in the year 1943 as copper was needed for the war effort. With the exception of the 1943 Lincoln Steel Cent, these Lincoln Wheat-ear Pennies were minted of 95% copper. Learn about the Wheat Ear Penny with the included history sheet. A coloring sheet and quiz along with a Certificate of Authenticity are also included. Coins are historical, educational and collectible.