1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent VF-30 PCGS

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In 1909, the United States Mint introduced a new design for the one-cent coin, honoring Abraham Lincoln on the centennial of his birth. This particular copper coin, struck at the San Francisco Mint, represents one of the most famous and intriguing chapters in American numismatic history. It is graded in Very Fine 30 condition, showing moderate wear but retaining clear details of its historic imagery. The front of the coin features a detailed profile of Abraham Lincoln facing right. Above his portrait, the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" is inscribed, while "LIBERTY" stands to his left, and the date 1909 is positioned to the right. Just below the date, the small "S" mint mark indicates its origin from the San Francisco facility. The reverse side of the coin displays two wheat ears curving around the denomination "ONE CENT" and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA." At the very bottom edge, the initials "V.D.B." are clearly visible. These letters represent the designer, Victor Brenner. Shortly after the coin's release, public debate led to the removal of these initials, making this original variety with a mintage of only 484,000 pieces a fascinating subject of study for historians and enthusiasts alike.