Get Ready for 2009 Lincoln Cents
2009 will mark the 200th Anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln and the 100th Anniversary of the Lincoln Cent. There are a number of things planned to mark this important occasion.
In 2009 the Lincoln Cent reverse design will be changed once again. This time the coin will feature a series of four different designs released approximately every three months. Each of the designs will represent different stages in the life of Abraham Lincoln. Additionally, the Secretary of the Treasury has the authority to mint and issue numismatic coins with the original composition of 95% copper and 5% tin and zinc.
Learn more about the 2009 Lincoln Cent Designs.
2009 Lincoln Commemorative Silver Dollar
The year 2009 will also mark the release of a Commemorative Silver Dollar to honor President Lincoln.
The 90% silver coins will be issued in a quantity of up to 500,000. The design will be emblematic of the life and legacy of President Lincoln and selected by the US Treasury Secretary after consultation and input from the Commission of Fine Arts, the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission, and the CACC.
Both proof and uncirculated versions of the coin will be available from the US Mint from January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009.
Learn more about the 2009 Lincoln Commemorative Silver Dollars.
2010 and Beyond
Following the four reverse designs issued in 2009, a brand new reverse design will be used for the 2010 Lincoln Cent. This design will bear an image emblematic of Lincoln’s preservation of the United States of America as a single and united country.
This will officially replace the Lincoln Memorial Reverse, which held its place for 50 years.