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The Philadelphia-minted 1909 Lincoln cent without the VDB initials of Victor David Brenner is a common coin, though it does see some market pressure as both an important coin for Lincoln cent enthusiasts and among those who collect first-year type coins. There are ample specimens available in the BN and RB grades through the mid-range Gem uncirculated.
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:
1721
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:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Lincoln
Coin Date:
1909
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
72,702,618
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2429
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Coin Value History
1909 1c Lincoln MS BN
Value By Grade
1909 1c Lincoln MS BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$1,250 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,000.00 | $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 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Undated 1C Lincoln Wheat Cent -- Obverse Brockage -- MS62 Brown NGC....
$300
No Date 1C Lincoln Cent -- Late Stage Die Cap Strike -- AU58 PCGS....
$89
1909 1C MS66 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (36/3). Mintage 72,702,618. ...
$144
No Date 1C Lincoln Cent -- Obverse Struck Thru -- NGC. Mintage 72,702,618....
$180
No-Date 1C Lincoln Wheat Cent -- Large Stage Die Cap Strike -- AU50 NGC....
$94
(1909-58) 1C Lincoln Wheat Cent -- Split after Strike -- VF20 PCGS....
$139
(1909-58) 1C Lincoln Wheat Cent -- Struck 90% Off Center -- MS63 Brown PCGS. ...
$99
(1909-1958) 1C Lincoln Cent -- Late Stage Die Cap Strike -- AU53 PCGS....
$85
1909 1C Lincoln Cent MS65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (131/18). NGC Census: (112/36). CDN: $45 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS6...
$44
1909 Lincoln 1c NGC MS64 BN
$38
1909 1C Lincoln Cent -- Struck 15% Off Center @7:00 -- VF30 ANACS. ...
$1,260
1909 1C Lincoln Cent -- Obverse Cud Die Break -- Fine 12 PCGS. From The Don Bonser Error Coin Collection P...
$312
1909 1C --Cleaned, Damaged--ICG VG8 Details. 1909-S 1C -Cleaned--VG10 ICG VG10 Details. The current Coin Dealer Newsletter (... (Total: 2 coins)
$71
No Date 1C Lincoln Cent--Struck on a Split Planchet, Corroded--ICG. MS60 Details. ...
$14
1909 XF40 Brown ANACS. The current Coin Dealer ...
$7
(1909-1958) 1C Lincoln Cent -- Struck 97% Off-Center -- MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (44/681 and 0/1+). Mintage 72,70...
$49
No-Date 1C Lincoln Wheat Cent -- Full Brockage Obverse -- AU58 PCGS....
$900
1909 1C Lincoln MS66 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (9/0). NGC Census: (13/1). Mintage 72,702,616. ...
$94
Undated 1C Lincoln Cent--Struck 75% Off Center--NCS. Unc. Details, Damaged. ...
$15
Undated 1C Lincoln Wheat Cent--Struck 35% Off Center, Environmental Damage--NCS. AU Details.. ...
$15
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS BN [Type]
Worth: $0 – $45
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RB [Type]
Worth: $0 – $55
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RD [Type]
Worth: $0 – $80
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: $500 – $25,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RB
Worth: $1,850 – $35,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $2,000 – $150,000
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
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