The designs show the four stages of Abraham Lincoln's life. SeriesĢ009 Birth and Early Childhood, copper, Satin FinishĢ009 D Birth and Early Childhood, copper, Satin FinishĢ009 S Birth and Early Childhood, copper, ProofĢ009 Formative Years, copper, Satin FinishĢ009 D Formative Years, copper, Satin FinishĢ009 Professional Life, copper, Satin FinishĢ009 D Professional Life, copper, Satin FinishĪs mentioned there are four different design varieties on the reverse side of the coin. 2009 copper pennies weigh 3.11 grams, the same weight as the old copper Lincoln pennies that were issued from 1909-1982. These collectible copper pennies were not issued for circulation so you won't find them in your spare change.
In addition to the standard pennies and copper proof pennies, the mint sold special-edition copper pennies with a satin finish as part of a set. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin below the date.
The US minted the 2009 penny with no mint mark and also the 2009 D penny and 2009 S proof penny. Keep reading to learn more about these one cent coins and what their value is.
These designs commemorate both the 100th anniversary of the Lincoln penny and also the bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's birth.
For this year there are four different design varieties on the reverse side of the coin.
