The Lincoln Wheat Penny changed the face of U.S. coinage when it debuted in 1909. It was a historic moment—the first time a real historical figure, President Abraham Lincoln, appeared on a widely circulated American coin. Prior to this, U.S. coins typically featured allegorical figures like Lady Liberty or national symbols such as eagles. Created … Continue reading The Lincoln Wheat Penny Valued at $3.9 Million and Still in Circulation