2009 Copper Cent In regards to the cent as original 1909 composition, will be made as a special, for Collectors/Dealers, more than likely, a single cent, proof/uncirc., or in special Proof set/Uncirculated set. Either way, it sounds as if it will cost a Pretty Penny (pun intended). 95% copper/5% tin and zinc. Unfortunately, my bank has not recieved the new cent as of yet.