{"product_id":"1964-lincoln-memorial-cent-pcgs-au50bn-high-grade-early-memorial-issue","title":"1964 Lincoln Memorial Cent – PCGS AU50BN – High-Grade Early Memorial Issue","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eAdd a sharp, high-grade example to your collection with this 1964 Lincoln Memorial Cent, certified AU50BN by PCGS. Part of the Lincoln cent series that transitioned to the Memorial reverse design in 1959, this coin represents the final era before major changes in U.S. coinage composition and production in the mid-1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eStruck in 95% copper, the 1964 cent is among the last of the traditional bronze issues before the U.S. Mint shifted to different compositions in later years. Coins from this period are widely collected not only for their historical placement but also for their classic design and metal content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eGraded About Uncirculated 50 Brown (AU50BN), this coin retains strong detail with only light wear on the highest points. Lincoln’s portrait remains crisp, and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse shows clear architectural detail. The natural brown (BN) coloration reflects original surfaces, adding to its authenticity and collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003eWhile common in lower grades, certified higher-grade examples like this offer a premium collectible option, especially for those building high-quality Lincoln cent sets or seeking attractive, original coins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1390\" data-section-id=\"8ef2h5\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1410\" data-section-id=\"1whp3sn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1964\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1463\" data-section-id=\"1l9plbg\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Cent (Lincoln Memorial Cent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1495\" data-section-id=\"1q1xmt4\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95% Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1553\" data-section-id=\"aoey7n\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCGS AU50BN (About Uncirculated 50, Brown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1615\" data-section-id=\"ygq0ur\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authenticated and encapsulated by PCGS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1685\" data-section-id=\"171vgpq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abraham Lincoln (obverse), Lincoln Memorial (reverse)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1761\" data-section-id=\"13jy58q\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eColor Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e BN (Brown – original circulated copper surfaces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1831\" data-section-id=\"6i67i8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light wear with strong remaining luster and detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1919\" data-section-id=\"g5uen8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-transition copper issue from early Memorial series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"2168\" data-section-id=\"p3fe9u\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eRarity \u0026amp; Collectibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1996\" data-section-id=\"m7ki3y\"\u003ePopular among Lincoln cent collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2053\" data-section-id=\"789szq\"\u003eHigher-grade certified example adds premium appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2107\" data-section-id=\"193irpe\"\u003eOver 60 years old with classic U.S. coin design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2168\" data-section-id=\"ytcczx\"\u003eIdeal for type sets or high-grade Memorial collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Coin Hub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47507210043555,"sku":"12241326","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0095\/7603\/files\/1964-Lincoln-Memorial-Cent-PCGS-AU50BN-High-Grade-Early-Memorial-Issue-Heritage-Pastime-8810.jpg?v=1776707083","url":"https:\/\/heritagepastime.com\/products\/1964-lincoln-memorial-cent-pcgs-au50bn-high-grade-early-memorial-issue","provider":"Heritage Pastime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}