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The 1909-S Lincoln cent is considered a semi-key issue and is relatively scarce in all grades, though it is especially challenging in the Red uncirculated grades. Most RD specimens are found in the MS64-65 range, and above that these pieces become exceptionally difficult. Examples in MS67RD or better are downright rare and easily command five-figure prices.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portrait and the date and mintmark (If any) positioned 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:
1798
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1909, S
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:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Lincoln
Coin Date:
1909-S
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
1,825,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2434
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Coin Value History
1909-S 1c Lincoln MS RD
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1909-S 1c Lincoln MS RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$16,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $13,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS BN [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/133xxx/b732e156-4f38-45e4-95ee-83317fee2e70.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $45
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RB [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/435xxx/69281083-4e89-4e1b-8add-20c192601463.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $55
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RD [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/360xxx/46668f31-a86b-430a-87d1-43ecb24d68e1.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $100
1909 VDB 1c MS BN
Worth: $2 – $450
1909 VDB 1c MS RB
Worth: $22 – $22,000
1909 VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $40 – $50,000
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS BN
Worth: $10 – $330
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RB
Worth: $130 – $750
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RD
Worth: $175 – $10,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS BN
Worth: $550 – $25,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RB
Worth: $1,975 – $35,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $2,000 – $150,000
1909 1c Lincoln MS BN
Worth: $0 – $960
1909 1c Lincoln MS RB
Worth: $25 – $1,440
1909 1c Lincoln MS RD
Worth: $40 – $3,000
1909-S 1C MS66 Red NGC. ...
$6,710
1909-S Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS). CAC.
$793
1909-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. CAC. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. CAC Population: (79/66). Mintage 1,825,000....
$2,880
1909-S Lincoln Cent. MS-67 RD (CACG).
$15,600
1909-S 1C Good 6 PCGS. PCGS Population: (0/1263). NGC Census: (0/470). Mintage 1,825,000. ...
$67
1909-S 1C MS62 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (6/1240). NGC Census: (2/457). CDN: $330 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintage 1,...
$384
1909-S Lincoln 1c ANACS MS63 RD
$436
1909-S 1C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population: (0/1221). NGC Census: (0/435). Mintage 1,825,000. ...
$99
1909-S 1C Fine 15 PCGS. PCGS Population: (0/1199). NGC Census: (0/436). Mintage 1,825,000. ...
$132
1909-S Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS).
$446
1909-S 1C -- Cleaning -- Red PCGS Genuine. UNC. NGC Census: (0/435). PCGS Population: (0/1175). Mintage 1,825,000....
$235
1909-S 1C -- Environmental Damage -- PCGS Genuine. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/422). PCGS Population (0/1084). Mintage: ...
$66
1909-S 1C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/1060). NGC Census: (0/420). Mintage: 1,825,000. (#2434)...
$153
1909-S 1C VG10 PCGS. PCGS Population (0/1048). NGC Census: (0/420). Mintage: 1,825,000. (#2434)...
$74
1909-S 1C VF35 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/415). PCGS Population (1/1039). Mintage: 1,825,000. (#2434)...
$145
1909-S 1C Lincoln VG8 BN NGC. NGC Census: (0/412). PCGS Population (0/1029). Mintage: 1,825,000. (#2434)...
$89
1909-S 1C --Improperly Cleaned--AU50 NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/1012). Mintage: 1,825,000. ...
$138
1909-S 1C F12 PCGS. PCGS Population (14/1033). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,825,000. (#2434)...
$94
1909-S 1C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/1011). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,825,000. (#2434)...
$138
1909-S 1C AG3 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/1075). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,825,000. (#2434)...
$50
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