Celebrate Lincoln’s legacy with this premium 2009 Lincoln-Presidency Cent from the Philadelphia Mint, certified PCGS MS66RD. A standout from the popular Lincoln Bicentennial series, this Gem Uncirculated example displays blazing full red color with vibrant cartwheel luster and exceptional eye appeal—an ideal blend of historical significance and condition rarity for modern copper.

Highlights:

• Date/Type: 2009 Lincoln-Presidency Cent (Capitol dome reverse), Philadelphia
• Grade: PCGS MS66RD – Gem Uncirculated with full Red color designation
• Eye appeal: Brilliant red surfaces with satiny luster and minimal contact marks
• Strike: Sharp detail across Lincoln’s portrait, Capitol dome lines, and crisp legends
• Collectability: Key design from the four-coin 2009 Bicentennial series; perfect for Lincoln cent sets, modern type sets, and registry-minded collectors

Design and history:

• The “Presidency” reverse honors Lincoln’s service in Washington, D.C., featuring the U.S. Capitol with its dome under construction—a powerful symbol of a nation being reshaped during the Civil War. Paired with Victor D. Brenner’s iconic 1909 obverse portrait, the 2009 series commemorated the 200th anniversary of Lincoln’s birth and remains one of the most collected modern cent issues.

Specifications:

• Denomination: One Cent
• Mint: Philadelphia (no mint mark)
• Composition: Copper‑plated zinc (97.5% zinc, 2.5% copper)
• Color: RD (full red)
• Diameter: 19.05 mm; Edge: Plain

Why this coin:

• Difficult to source with such blazing red color and premium Gem surfaces, this MS66RD offers outstanding value for collectors seeking top-tier eye appeal without the price jump of ultra-elite grades. A smart, historically rich addition to any U.S. small‑cent or Lincoln-theme collection.

Secure this bright red Gem today and add a meaningful, high-grade piece of American history to your collection.