US Lincoln Memorial Pennies were minted 1909-present – designed by Victor D. Brenner, and features a bust of Abraham Lincoln, “LIBERTY” and “In God We Trust” on the Obverse. Pennies minted prior to 1982 were minted in 95% copper, and 5% zinc or tin – pennies dated after 1982 and are minted in 97.5% zinc with the thin copper layer, which would melt during annealing.These tabbed coin pendants are handcrafted from actual US Pennies with assorted dates, pre-1982.They’re handmade, individually unique, carefully worked, and hung from a waxed black cotton cord.With time and wear, your pendant’s finish will naturally begin to evolve, a quick polish with a jewelry cleaning cloth works great along the way.Wear a piece of US history.
