2025-D 1C Omega Privy Lincoln Cent PCGS MS66 RD #16

Introduction

The 2025-D Omega Lincoln Cent #16 graded PCGS MS66RD is one of just 232 Denver cents produced for the historic final Omega penny sets. Struck in copper-plated zinc, this high-grade Red example features the distinctive Omega privy mark. It belongs to Set #16 of the individually numbered 232 three-coin sets created to commemorate the conclusion of circulating cent production.

History

In 2025, the U.S. Mint marked the conclusion of circulating one-cent coin production with a special group of Omega Privy Lincoln Cents. Only 232 three-coin sets were created. The number recognizes the 232 years in which the United States produced cents beginning in 1793.

Each set contained a Philadelphia-struck copper-plated zinc cent and a Denver-struck copper-plated zinc cent. The third coin was a special Philadelphia-struck Lincoln Cent produced in 24-karat gold. All three coins feature an Omega privy mark, using the final letter of the Greek alphabet to symbolize the conclusion of circulating cent production.

The 232 Denver Omega cents were struck in sequential order and paired with their corresponding Philadelphia and gold cents. This example comes from Set #16 and earned a grade of PCGS MS66RD. The grade recognizes its high level of preservation, while the RD designation identifies its full Red color.

Design

The obverse retains Victor David Brenner's portrait of Abraham Lincoln, first introduced on the Lincoln Cent in 1909. The inscriptions include IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, and the date 2025. The D mintmark identifies the Denver Mint, while the Omega privy mark distinguishes the coin as part of the historic final-cent program.

The reverse features the Union Shield design introduced on the Lincoln Cent in 2010. The shield represents the preservation of the United States as a single nation. E PLURIBUS UNUM appears above, with ONE CENT below.