Description
1909 was the centennial of Lincoln’s birth and the first year of the Lincoln Wheat Penny. This rare coin is engraved with the initials of the designer: VDB.
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- Breakdown of 1909 Mintage Numbers
- 1909 VDB (Philadelphia): 27,995,000
- 1909 No VDB (Philadelphia): 72,702,618
- 1909-S VDB (San Francisco): 484,000
- 1909-S No VDB (San Francisco): 1,825,000
A 1909 VDB penny’s value varies from about $12 for a worn example to thousands of dollars for uncirculated coins, with the rarer 1909-S VDB version worth substantially more. Key factors determining value include the presence of the designer’s initials (V.D.B.), the mintmark (Philadelphia’s no mint mark vs. San Francisco’s “S”), and the coin’s overall condition, including its color.
1. No Mint Mark (Philadelphia)
Description: The common 1909 VDB penny, made at the Philadelphia mint.
Value (Circulated): Generally starts around $10–$15 for a coin in good condition and can reach $25–$35 for very fine condition.
Value (Uncirculated): Can range from $100–$150 for a standard uncirculated coin to $750 or more for a high-grade uncirculated coin with red color.
2. “S” Mint Mark (San Francisco)
Description:
The 1909-S VDB is much rarer than the Philadelphia version, with a lower mintage.
Value:
A 1909-S VDB penny can be worth several hundred dollars in good to extremely fine condition. High-grade examples can be worth thousands, with the best examples selling for hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Key Factors Influencing Value
Mint Mark:
The presence of an “S” for San Francisco significantly increases a coin’s value compared to the Philadelphia (no mint mark) version.
Condition (Grade):
The better the condition (higher grade), the more valuable the coin. Coins are graded on a 70-point scale, with higher numbers indicating better preservation.
Color:
The original color of the copper plays a role. “Red” (RD) uncirculated coins are the most valuable, followed by “Red-Brown” (RB) and then “Brown” (BN).
Authenticity:
The 1909-S VDB is often counterfeited, so having your coin authenticated and graded by a reputable service like NGC or PCGS is crucial for an accurate valuation.
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