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1960-D Large Date

Small Cents · Lincoln Memorial Cents · 1959–2008
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19.05 mm
MintDenver
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 1,580,884,000 Combined mintage for all 1960-D varieties
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner / Frank Gasparro
Collector's Key IDCK-611

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The 1960-D Large Date was the workhorse cent of the Denver Mint that year. With a combined Denver mintage of over 1.58 billion, the 1960-D in its Large Date form was by far the more common variety from that facility. The thicker, bolder numerals of the Large Date are easy to spot without magnification.

By 1960, the Lincoln Memorial reverse was in its second year, and the initial novelty had worn off for most Americans. These coins circulated heavily and remain abundant in all grades. For collectors building a set by date and mintmark, the 1960-D Large Date is a straightforward and inexpensive acquisition.

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Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G)
VG-8 Very Good (VG)
F-12 Fine (F)
VF-20 Very Fine (VF)
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF)
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU)
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $135 $155
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1960-D Large Date Lincoln Memorial Cent worth?
In Uncirculated condition it runs about $135–$155. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1960-D Large Date Lincoln Memorial Cents were minted?
1,580,884,000 were struck (Combined mintage for all 1960-D varieties).
What is a 1960-D Large Date Lincoln Memorial Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1960-D Large Date Lincoln Memorial Cent?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1960-D Large Date Lincoln Memorial Cent a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.