1909-S/Horizontal S Lincoln Cent Fine
Numismatic
1909-S/Horizontal S Lincoln Cent Fine
The 1909 Lincoln Cent represents a major transition in American coinage, introducing a portrait that remains iconic to this day. This specific copper issue from the San Francisco Mint features a highly unusual and sought-after variety: a horizontal S mint mark. While the standard mintage for the 1909-S cent is 1,825,000, the exact number of coins struck with this specific horizontal S error remains entirely unknown, adding an element of mystery to the issue. On the obverse, the coin displays a detailed bust of Abraham Lincoln facing right, accompanied by the inscriptions IN GOD WE TRUST and LIBERTY, alongside the 1909 date. The reverse design features two wheat ears framing the denomination ONE CENT and the country name. Notably, the designer's initials, V.D.B., are prominently placed at the bottom of the reverse design, marking the first year of this historic series.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1909 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Fine |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Cent |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.50 mm |
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