1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Presidency)
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, Joseph Francis Menna, Susan Gamble |
| 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
Construction of the dome atop the United States Capitol Building
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" (Presidency) made of silver or gold?
No — the 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Presidency) 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" (Presidency) minted?
The 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Presidency) was issued 2009.
Who designed the 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Presidency)?
The 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Presidency) was designed by Victor David Brenner, Joseph Francis Menna, Susan Gamble.
How big is a 1 Cent "Lincoln Cent" (Presidency)?
It weighs 2.5 g and measures 19.05 mm across and 1.55 mm thick (copper plated zinc).
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