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1909-S/S Lincoln, S over Horizontal S One Cent MS RB Values
Details
This interesting variety shows evidence of an initial S mintmark punch at a roughly perpendicular angle to the stronger S mintmark punched later. The erroneous mintmark placement can be seen with the naked eye and has become popular with series enthusiasts. However, it is not necessarily a rare coin, and its price points ' particularly in the circulated grades ' roughly approximate those of the non-variety 1909-S Lincoln cent.
Obverse: 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: 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.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mintage:
1,825,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
Mint Mark:
S
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Lincoln, S over Horizontal S
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
3.11 gr
Weight:
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1909, S
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Reverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
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