2009 Lincoln Rail Splitter pennies, formally known as the "Formative Years" cents, are exceedingly popular with the American public.
Released US Mint sales figures continue to show exceptional demand for the second of four redesigned 2009 pennies that commemorate the birth of President Abraham Lincoln.
The Rail Splitter penny was launched on May 14. While the coins have been extremely difficult to find in circulation, they are available directly from the US Mint in two-roll sets for $8.95. The demand for the rolls has been high.
More than 400,000 rolls were sold during the first four days. By the end of May, that number jumped above 474,000. And with June now closed out, that latest Mint sales stats show 555,468 of the 50-coin rolls have been purchased.
Running the numbers, that is an amazing 27,623,400 pennies sold up through June!
The two roll sets consist of one roll of 50 coins from the Mint in Philadelphia and one roll of 50 coins from the Mint in Denver. They may be ordered from the US Mint's online store at:
2009 Lincoln Cent Two-Roll Set "Formative Years"
The sets are also available by calling the Mint's toll-free number 1-800-USA-MINT (872-321-MINT (6468).
