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There are at least two types of 1909 VDB doubled die varieties. However, the one that is most desirable is the Type I doubled die obverse exhibiting prominent doubling in the inscription LIBERTY and in the first 9 of the date. This doubling is visible to the naked, but trained eye ' an important factor in making this a significant and highly collectible variety. Numismatic experts believe approximately 500 or so of these Type I doubled dies exist, and they command strong premiums above the prices of non-variety 1909 VDB Lincoln cents and are scarce in Brown, Red-Brown, and Red grades.
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:
285481
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
Variety:
Doubled Die Obverse
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 #:
82425
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Coin Value History
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RD
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1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$12,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $9,500 | $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 |
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-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 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1102, MS66 Red PCGS. (012.1). PCGS Population: 31 in 66 (5 in 66+), 4 finer (6/26). CD...
$1,342
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1102, MS63 Red ANACS. ...
$171
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS65 Red PCGS. (012). PCGS Population: (30/5). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS ...
$750
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (39/35). ...
$264
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS67 Red PCGS....
$15,600
1909 VDB 1C Double Die Obverse PCGS Genuine. FS-1101 (FS-012). The PCGS number ending in .91 suggests Questionable/Artifici...
$374
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1102, MS66 Red PCGS. (FS-012.1). PCGS Population: 31 in 66 (5 in 66+), 4 finer (3/26). ...
$1,586
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1102, MS63 Red PCGS. Formerly FS-012.1. PCGS Population: (21/207). NGC Census: (0/0). M...
$180
1909 1C VDB, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1102, MS65 Red PCGS. (FS-012.1). PCGS Population: (56/28)....
$624
1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. FS-1102. Doubled Die Obverse. MS-64 RD (PCGS).
$312
1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. FS-1101. Doubled Die Obverse. MS-67 RD (PCGS).
$6,600
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS66+ Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$5,246
1909 1C VDB Doubled Die Obverse MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (5/90). NGC Census: (0/10). CDN: $180 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PC...
$271
1909 1C VDB Doubled Die Obverse MS65+ Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (36/25 and 2/10+). NGC Census: (8/5 and 0/1+). CDN: $690 W...
$1,050
1909 1C VDB Doubled Die Obverse MS64 Red NGC. FS-012.1. NGC Census: (10/14). PCGS Population: (25/63). CDN: $290 Whsle. Bid...
$276
1909 1C VDB, Doubled Die Obverse, DDO-001, FS-1101, MS67 Red PCGS. Strong die doubling is evident on the date and LIBERTY. ...
$15,600
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1102, MS66+ Red PCGS. CAC....
$2,160
1909 1C VDB Doubled Die Obverse MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (5/90). NGC Census: (0/10). CDN: $180 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PC...
$264
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS65+ Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0 and 0/0+). PCGS Population: (30/5 and 3/2+). CDN:...
$552
1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (38/35 and 0/5+). ...
$252
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