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Long before Lincoln became synonymous with the 1-cent coin, a fictitious person graced the front. Miss Liberty, a gal with long, flowing locks, became the face of the penny after a conference held in the U.S. House. The decision was made against the wishes of the Senate, who wanted George Washington on the front.
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