The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial silver dollar is a commemorative coin issued by the United States Mint in 2009. Legislation The Abraham Lincoln Commemorative Coin Act () authorized the production of a commemorative silver dollar to commemorate the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, and one of the country's greatest leaders, guiding the nation through the tumultuous American Civil War. The act allowed the coins to be struck in both proof and uncirculated finishes. The coin was first released on February 12, 2009, the 200th anniversary of Lincoln's birth. Design The obverse of the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial commemorative dollar, designed by Justin Kunz, depicts an image of President Lincoln, which was inspired by Daniel Chester French's famous sculpture of the President that sits inside the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. The reverse, designed by Phebe Hemphill, features the last 43 words of the Gettysburg Address. Specifications Display Box Color: Dark Blue Edge: Reeded Weight: 26.730 grams; 0.8594 troy ounce Diameter: 38.10 millimeters; 1.500 inches Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper See also List of United States commemorative coins and medals (2000s) United States commemorative coins References 2009 establishments in the United States Abraham Lincoln in art Modern United States commemorative coins United States dollar coins United States silver coins