I recently received an unopened roll of 2009 pennys as a gift and was wondering if they were of any value or if I should just use them as pocket change.

Yup pocket change today - but in 2209 - maybe something more valuable as most people today use them as ... pocket change :D

Modern coins are only worth collecting if you like them, otherwise leave them to your distant relatives.

Yes, the roll of pennies is worth 50 cents.

there's probably a million of them out there. put them in those "take a penny, leave a penny" trays near the cashier of most high quality convenience and liquor stores.

I recently received an unopened roll of 2009 pennys as a gift and was wondering if they were of any value or if I should just use them as pocket change.