Lincoln National Corporation To Redeem All 6.75% Capital Securities Due 2066

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Jun 22, 2011, 04:05 ET

PHILADELPHIA, June 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) today announced that it has called for the redemption of all $275 million in outstanding 6.75% Capital Securities due 2066 ("Capital Securities") issued by Lincoln National Corporation (CUSIP 534187 80 2).

The Capital Securities will be redeemed at a price of $25.00 per security, plus any accrued and unpaid distributions for the period up to but excluding the redemption date. The redemption date is July 7, 2011.

The Capital Securities were issued on April 20, 2006 and were redeemable at Lincoln's option on or after April 20, 2011. Holders of Capital Securities will receive official notice of the redemption by mail. The paying agent for the redemption of the Capital Securities is The Bank of New York Mellon. Holders of the Capital Securities may call the Bond Holder Relations Department of The Bank of New York Mellon at (800) 254-2826.

About Lincoln Financial Group

Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. With headquarters in the Philadelphia region, the companies of Lincoln Financial Group had assets under management of $162 billion as of March 31, 2011. Through its affiliated companies, Lincoln Financial Group offers: annuities; life, group life and disability and dental insurance; 401(k) and 403(b) plans; savings plans; and comprehensive financial planning and advisory services. For more information, including a copy of our most recent SEC reports containing our balance sheets, please visit www.LincolnFinancial.com.

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