1957-D Lincoln Wheat Cent

This is a United States one-cent coin, commonly known as a 'Wheat Penny' due to the reverse design used during its era. The obverse features the profile of Abraham Lincoln, a design created by Victor David Brenner and in use since 1909. This specific example is dated 1957 and bears a 'D' mint mark beneath the date, indicating it was struck at the Denver Mint. Physically, the coin is composed of 95% copper and 5% tin and zinc, measuring approximately 19mm in diameter with a plain edge. The coloring shows a circuited brown copper patina with some remaining luster visible in the protected areas of the device. Notable markings include 'IN GOD WE TRUST' along the top rim, 'LIBERTY' to the left of the portrait, and the date '1957' to the right. The condition appears to be moderately circulated (likely in the Fine to Very Fine grade range), exhibiting typical wear on the higher points of Lincoln's hair and cheekbone. There are minor contact marks and surface abrasions consistent with age and circulation. As a product of the late 1950s, this coin represents the penultimate year of the Wheat Cent series before the reverse design changed to the Lincoln Memorial in 1959. The craftsmanship reflects standard mid-20th-century U.S. Mint production quality.

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