Name: 1942 1c PR RD DCAM
SKU: 2534

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The year 1942 marks the last run of regular-issue proof coins before a war-induced hiatus on the production of proof coins. 1942 proof cents aren't particularly difficult, though they are rarer than the proofs that came in later years. Avoid pieces with spots and stains, choosing pieces with excellent eye appeal and nice, even color.

Obverse Description

Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned on the right side.

Reverse Description

Wheat ears flanking the words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on the top perimeter.

Catalog Information

GSID: 2534

Designer: Victor D. Brenner

Obverse Designer: Victor D. Brenner

Obverse Lettering: IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1942

Reverse Designer: Victor D. Brenner

Reverse Lettering: E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Weight (gr): 3.11 gr

Weight (oz): 0.11 oz

Strike Type: Proof

Diameter: 19

Coin Shape: Round

Edge: Plain

Coin Date: 1942

Denomination: 1c

Designation: PR

Mint Location: Philadelphia

Mintage: 32,600

Coinage Type: Lincoln Cent

Coinage Years: 1909-1958

Composition: 95% copper; 5% tin & zinc

PCGS #: 93353

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