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2022-D

Small Cents · Lincoln Shield Cents · 2010–2026
Regular
Weight2.5 g
Diameter19.05 mm
MintDenver
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 3,340,800,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
CompositionCopper-plated Zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper)
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-860

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About this coinHistory

The 2022-D Lincoln Shield cent was the Denver Mint's production for the year, with a mintage of approximately 3.34 billion pieces. Denver's output exceeded Philadelphia's, continuing the typical pattern of the two facilities producing roughly comparable quantities. The "D" mintmark below the date on the obverse identifies these coins as Denver products.

By 2022, the Shield cent had become a thoroughly established design, recognized by most Americans even if few could describe its details from memory. The union shield with thirteen stripes, the "ONE CENT" scroll, and the "E PLURIBUS UNUM" motto formed a composition that was both dignified and understated. The coin's role in daily commerce continued, sustained by cash transactions at small businesses, parking meters, and the millions of Americans who still preferred paying with physical currency.

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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 2022-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 2022-D Lincoln Shield Cents were minted?
3,340,800,000 were struck.
What is a 2022-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 2022-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 2022-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.