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How many versions of the 2009 Lincoln Bicentennial Penny were minted?

Four versions of the 2009 Lincoln Bicentennial Penny were minted, each showcasing a unique design on the reverse. The designs represent four different stages in the life of the 16th U.S. president. The minting period for these coins lasted throughout 2009, with each design being released in three-month intervals.

Is a 2009 formative years Lincoln penny a rare coin?

Many people who find a 2009 Formative Years Lincoln penny in pocket change may think they have landed a rare coin because it looks so unusual. However, these aren’t rare coins. More than 700 million were made, and these coins are extremely common in circulation. They can also be found in coin rolls from banks.

Are there doubled die errors on a 2009 Lincoln penny?

There are doubled die errors on several design varieties of the 2009 Lincoln penny. The early-years design has doubling on the circular ends of some of the logs used for the log cabin. This doubling is not visible to the naked eye so you will need a magnifying glass or a coin loupe to see it.

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