The US 1930 Cent featured Abraham Lincoln on the obverse, designed by Victor David Brenner. Struck in 95% copper, it was a symbol of American unity during the Great Depression. In 1930, the U.S. was suffering from high unemployment and economic hardship, but the US 1930 Cent remained essential for daily transactions as people struggled through the economic downturn.
The US 1930 Cent also marked a period when the New Deal programs, introduced by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, were taking effect. The coin’s copper content reflected the government’s effort to maintain stable, practical currency amidst severe financial challenges. Brenners design reinforced the resilience of the American spirit.