2009-P $1 Abraham Lincoln Silver Commem - Proof

Struck in honor of the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth, the 2009-P Silver Commemorative pays tribute to one of the most revered presidents in American history. Known for his leadership during the Civil War and the abolition of slavery, Lincoln's legacy is immortalized in this beautifully crafted Proof coin struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The frosted portrait and deeply mirrored fields give this issue a timeless, presidential elegance.

Historical Insight:

Born in 1809 in a Kentucky log cabin, Abraham Lincoln rose to become the 16th President of the United States, leading the country through its greatest internal crisis, the Civil War. He preserved the Union, signed the Emancipation Proclamation, and delivered some of the most enduring words in American political history. This bicentennial silver dollar honors both the man and the ideals he stood for: equality, unity, and perseverance.

Collector Note:

The 2009-P Abraham Lincoln Proof Silver Dollar is a must-have for collectors of presidential, Civil War, or American history themes. Its clean design, low final mintage, and powerful inscriptions make it a standout among modern commemoratives, and a fitting tribute to a leader who forever shaped the nation.

Highlights:

• Denomination: $1 USD (Legal Tender)
• Year: 2009
• Mint: Philadelphia ("P" mintmark)
• Condition: Proof
• Obverse: Features a detailed right-facing bust of Abraham Lincoln, adapted from Daniel Chester French's famous sculpture at the Lincoln Memorial. Inscriptions include "ABRAHAM LINCOLN," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "LIBERTY," and "2009."
• Reverse: Depicts the final 43 words of the Gettysburg Address in elegant script, centered over a laurel wreath, symbolizing honor and remembrance. Inscriptions include "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "ONE DOLLAR."