Flip a Coin

Posted on June 1, 2015

With the first of June declared as “Flip a Coin Day,” we dug up some facts about our favorite piece of copper. The penny, which proudly boasts Abe Lincoln, was issued in 1909 to commemorate Lincoln’s 100^th birthday. Other noteworthy tidbits:

• The photograph was taken by Anthony Berger in 1864.
• President Theodore Roosevelt approved the image that was used on the coin.
• Abe was picked for the penny because he represented the common man.
• The penny was the first American coin to feature a president’s image.

Here at the Visitors Bureau, we have replica chocolate coins, so stop in for some yummy candy, and maps and business hours for local Lincoln attractions.