2025-D 1C Omega Privy Lincoln Cent PCGS MS65 RD #81

Introduction

The 2025-D 1C Omega Privy Lincoln Cent #81 graded PCGS MS65 RD is one of just 232 Denver cents produced for the historic final Omega Cent sets. Struck in copper-plated zinc, this Gem Mint State Red example features the distinctive Omega privy mark. It belongs to Set #81 of the individually numbered 232 three-coin sets.

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 Denver Omega cents were struck in sequential order and paired with their corresponding Philadelphia and gold cents. Only 232 Denver examples were produced. This coin belongs to Set #81 and earned a grade of PCGS MS65 RD. The grade places it at the Gem Mint State level, while the RD designation identifies its Red color.

Design

The obverse features 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 symbolizes the preservation of the United States as a single nation. E PLURIBUS UNUM appears above, with ONE CENT below.