Penny ◉

U.S. Penny | Pros, Cons, Debate, Arguments, Currency, & History

: Many charities rely on "penny drives" to raise substantial funds through small, effortless donations. U.S. Penny | Pros

: The back of the coin has changed multiple times, featuring "Wheat" stalks (1909–1958), the Lincoln Memorial (1959–2008), and the current "Union Shield" (introduced in 2010). featuring "Wheat" stalks (1909–1958)

There is a long-standing discussion about whether the penny should remain in circulation. Proponents and critics offer the following arguments: Arguments to Retire the Penny the Lincoln Memorial (1959–2008)

: Originally made of pure copper, the penny's metal content was altered to zinc with a copper plating in 1982 to reduce production costs. The Current Debate: Keep or Retire?