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2019-S Proof

Small Cents · Lincoln Shield Cents · 2010–2026
Regular Proof
Weight2.5 g
Diameter19.05 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeProof
Mintage 1,197,217
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
CompositionCopper-plated Zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper)
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-848

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The 2019-S Proof Lincoln Shield cent was produced at the San Francisco Mint for the annual proof set, with a mintage of approximately 1.2 million pieces. The proof finish features the standard mirror-and-frost cameo contrast that has defined San Francisco proof coinage for decades. The Shield reverse's geometric design elements appear with exceptional sharpness in the proof format.

The 2019 proof set was released during a landmark year for the Lincoln cent. The introduction of West Point mintmark cents for circulation and the continuation of reverse proof and uncirculated special issues from West Point made 2019 the most varied cent production year in decades. The standard proof from San Francisco, while less novel than the West Point issues, remains a staple of the annual proof set and an essential piece for collectors building complete year-by-year proof collections.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 2019-S Proof Lincoln Shield Cents were minted?
1,197,217 were struck.
What is a 2019-S Proof 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 2019-S Proof 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 2019-S Proof 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.