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The proof 1909 Lincoln cent is scarce in an absolute sense, as only a fraction of the pieces minted are known to exist. 1909 proof Lincoln cents were made with a matte finish, and at first glance they may appear very similar to a nice uncirculated business strike. Matte proofs are physically different from business strikes in that the former feature squared-off rims, very strong strike and fine details, and granular fields.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned on the right side.
Reverse Description
Wheat ears flanking the words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on the top perimeter. Deisgner's initials of V.D.B. have been removed.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2475
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1909
Reverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Lincoln
Variety 2:
Matte Finish
Coin Date:
1909
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
2,618
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3305
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Coin Value History
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RD
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1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RD
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1909 1C PR66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: 54 in 66 (8 in 66+), 14 finer (11/25). CDN: $2,600 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mi...
$3,294
1909 1C Lincoln PR65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (29/22 and 0/2+). Mintage 2,618....
$1,320
1909 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (53/114). Mintage 2,618. ...
$1,320
1909 1C PR67 Red PCGS. CAC....
$12,000
1909 1C PR63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (9/153). NGC Census: (2/54). Mintage: 2,618. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free ...
$1,092
1909 Lincoln Cent. Proof-68 RD (NGC).
$68,770
1909 1C PR66 Red PCGS....
$2,640
1909 Lincoln Cent. Proof-65 RD (NGC). OH.
$1,200
1909 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (53/112). Mintage 2,618. ...
$1,260
1909 1C PR67+ Red PCGS. CAC....
$20,400
1909 1C PR63 Red PCGS. ...
$1,380
1909 1C PR66 Red PCGS....
$3,360
1909 Lincoln Cent. Proof-65 RD (NGC). OH.
$1,680
1909 Lincoln Cent. Proof-64 RD (PCGS).
$1,200
1909 1C PR67 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$22,800
1909 1C PR63 Red PCGS. Lustrous, copper-gold surfaces exhibit sharply struck design features, and are devoid of mentionable...
$575
1909 1C PR66+ Red PCGS....
$4,080
1909 1C PR65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (58/54). NGC Census: (26/9). CDN: $1,450 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR65....
$1,020
1909 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (56/117). NGC Census: (17/36). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 2,61...
$1,440
1C 1909 LINCOLN. PCGS PR67 RD
$8,812
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]
Worth: $360 – $3,120
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]
Worth: $400 – $4,100
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]
Worth: $630 – $54,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $7,500 – $55,200
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $10,000 – $90,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $15,500 – $162,000
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $385 – $3,600
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $425 – $4,100
1910 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $3,600
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $4,100
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $630 – $14,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $6,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $7,200
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $700 – $18,000
1912 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $7,000
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