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The 1909 VDB cent is the first entry in the long-running Lincoln series. The 1909 VDB cent, prominently portraying the initials of the coin's sculptor-engraver Victor David Brenner, was produced for a few weeks at the Philadelphia Mint before production of the coin was temporarily halted. Public outcry on the prominence of Brenner's VDB initials on the reverse of the coin under the wheat stalks prompted officials with the US Mint to remove the offending letters. Brenner's VDB initials weren't restored to the coin until 1918, when they were placed in tiny script under Lincoln's shoulder on the obverse.
While 1909 VDB pennies were made in fewer numbers than their same-year non-VDB counterparts, the Philadelphia coins are not numismatically scarce. There are ample specimens on the marketplace in Red-Brown up through the Gem grades, though they are tougher in MS67 and higher. The 1909 VDB Lincoln cent is sought by both series enthusiasts and type collectors wanting an example of this popular one-year-only coin.
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. The deisgner's initials V.D.B. appear on the bottom periphery.
Catalog Information
GSID:
1791
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, V.D.B.
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1909 VDB
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
27,995,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2424
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Coin Value History
1909 VDB 1c MS RB
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$26,500 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $21,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $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 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 Lincoln MS BN
Worth: $40 – $1,320
1909 1C VDB MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $75 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 27,995,000. ...
$89
1909 1C Lincoln Cent, VDB -- Struck-Through Obverse -- MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. ...
$464
1909 1C VDB MS66 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $140 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 27,995,000. ...
$177
1909 1C VDB, MS67 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. Housed in a Generation 4 fatty holder. NGC Census: 37 in 67 (1 in 67*), 1 finer. ...
$1,525
1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-63 RB (NGC).
$168
1909 VDB 1c NGC MS62 RB
$52
1909 1C VDB MS68 Red and Brown PCGS Secure. CAC. ...
$22,800
1909 VDB 1C MS61 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (100/2904). PCGS Population (88/4240). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl....
$48
1909 VDB 1C DD OBV MS60 Red and Brown ANACS. Die 1. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1/2932). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numis...
$79
1909 1C VDB MS65 Red and Brown ANACS. Mintage 27,995,000. ...
$91
1909 1C VDB MS64 Red and Brown NGC. Ex: Bandera Bank Hoard. CDN: $56 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 27,995,000. ...
$124
1909 1C VDB MS66 Red and Brown NGC. Ex: Bandera Bank Hoard. CDN: $140 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 27,995,000. ...
$177
1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-67 RB (PCGS).
$660
1909 1C VDB MS63 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (1309/5073). PCGS Population: (1247/6257). CDN: $26 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS...
$174
1909 1C VDB, Doubled Die Obverse, Die 1 MS62 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (119/3810). PCGS Population: (93/5329). Mint...
$109
1909 VDB MS61 Red and Brown ANACS. ...
$17
1909 1C VDB MS65 Red and Brown NGC. Philadelphia. CDN: $75 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 27,995,000. ...
$99
1909 1C VDB MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $56 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 27,995,000. ...
$94
1909 1C VDB MS66 Red and Brown NGC. Ex: Bandera Bank Hoard. CDN: $140 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 27,995,000. ...
$171
1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-67 RB (PCGS). CAC.
$1,080
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