The value next to the wallet icon indicated in the bottom-left corner corresponds to the money Lincoln holds. This can be lost if he dies. The money shown to the right of the wallet is stored in your safe and is not affected by life or death. Call the Consigliere from the Associates Menu to secure any money Lincoln has on hand. Money dropped by enemies can be walked over to be collected. You can also find money in stacks or in leather money bags. These must be picked up using 
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