1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Formative Years)
United States · 2009 · Base Metal
Specifications
| Years | 2009 |
| Denomination | 1 Cent |
| Composition | Copper plated zinc |
| Gross weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Thickness | 1.55 mm |
| Edge | Plain |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Victor David Brenner, Charles Lessie Vickers |
| Series | Lincoln's 200th birthday Series |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Right facing portrait of President Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865)
Reverse
Abraham Lincoln sitting on a log reading a book
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of copper plated zinc and weighs 2.5 g. It carries no precious-metal melt value, so its worth is numismatic — driven by date, mint mark, grade and demand. For copper-era cents, the metal itself can exceed face value — see the copper penny calculator and our copper penny guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Formative Years) made of silver or gold?
No — the 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Formative Years) is copper plated zinc, so it carries no precious-metal melt value. Its worth is numismatic: driven by date, mint mark, grade and collector demand.
What years was the 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Formative Years) minted?
The 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Formative Years) was issued 2009.
Who designed the 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Formative Years)?
The 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Formative Years) was designed by Victor David Brenner, Charles Lessie Vickers.
How big is a 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Formative Years)?
It weighs 2.5 g and measures 19.05 mm across and 1.55 mm thick (copper plated zinc).
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