1959-D Lincoln Penny – Full Description: The 1959-D Lincoln penny is a fascinating coin for collectors because it marks the first year the Lincoln Memorial replaced the wheat ears on the reverse of the cent. Struck at the Denver Mint, coins from this year feature the iconic portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the detailed Lincoln Memorial on the reverse. While the 1959-D is considered common in circulated condition, its value can rise significantly in uncirculated grades, especially M