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2018-D

Small Cents · Lincoln Shield Cents · 2010–2026
Regular
Weight2.5 g
Diameter19.05 mm
MintDenver
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 4,376,800,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
CompositionCopper-plated Zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper)
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-843

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About this coinHistory

The 2018-D Lincoln Shield cent from the Denver Mint had a mintage of approximately 4.38 billion pieces, slightly exceeding Philadelphia's production. Denver and Philadelphia together produced over 8.6 billion cents in 2018, continuing the enormous annual output that defines modern U.S. cent production. The "D" mintmark on the obverse identifies these coins as Denver products.

The 2018-D cent is a common date in the Shield series, readily available in uncirculated condition from bank rolls and Mint-sealed bags. Collectors who track annual production figures note that Denver and Philadelphia typically produce similar quantities each year, with the lead alternating between the two facilities. The Shield reverse design by Lyndall Bass continued into its ninth year of use, well established as the permanent successor to the Memorial reverse.

Price guideReference

Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $0.01 $0.01
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $0.01 $0.01
F-12 Fine (F) $0.01 $0.01
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $0.01 $0.01
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $0.01 $0.01
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $0.01 $0.01
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS)
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 2018-D Lincoln Shield Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.01, rising to roughly $0.01 in About Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 2018-D Lincoln Shield Cents were minted?
4,376,800,000 were struck.
What is a 2018-D Lincoln Shield Cent made of?
Copper-plated Zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper), weighing 2.5 g.
What is the melt value of a 2018-D Lincoln Shield 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 2018-D Lincoln Shield Cent a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.