2009 Lincoln Commemorative Silver Dollars
In addition to the reverse design changes for 2009 Lincoln Cents, next year will also mark the release of a commemorative Silver Dollar to honor Abraham Lincoln.The new commemorative coin was authorized under H.R. 2808: Abraham Lincoln Commemorative Coin Act. The Act requires the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the bicentennial of the birth of President Lincoln.
These numismatic coins will be minted and issued in a quantity of up to 500,000 coins. Each will have a weight of 26.73 grams, diameter of 1.5 inches, and a composition of 90% silver and 10% copper. The coins will be considered legal tender in the United States.
Under the authorizing legislation, the design of the coins will be emblematic of the life and legacy of President Lincoln. Required inscriptions include, the value of the coin, the year 2009, and the words "Liberty," "In God We Trust," "United States of America," and "E Pluribus Unum." View larger images of the coins and information about the 2009 Lincoln Commemorative Designs.
The coins will be issued in both proof and uncirculated versions. The proof version will be priced at $37.95 and the uncirculated version will be priced at $31.95. A portion of the price represents a surcharge , which will be payable to the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission to further their work. The coins will be available for sale starting February 12, 2009.
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 2009 COMMEMORATIVE LINCOLN SILVER DOLLAR, NGC PF70  US $89.01
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 2009 COMMEMORATIVE LINCOLN SILVER DOLLAR, NGC MS70 US $89.88
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 2009 COMMEMORATIVE LINCOLN SILVER DOLLAR, NGC MS69 US $72.00
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 2009 COMMEMORATIVE LINCOLN SILVER DOLLAR, NGC PF69 US $71.01
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 2009 LINCOLN COMMEMORATIVE SILVER DOLLAR - NGC MS70 US $71.00
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 2009 Lincoln Commemorative Silver Dollar Proof NGC PF69 US $75.95
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