1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent XF
Numismatic
1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent XF
In 1909, the United States introduced a new design for its one-cent coin, marking a significant departure in American coinage. This copper piece, minted in San Francisco, features a detailed portrait of Abraham Lincoln on its obverse. The reverse of the coin displays two stylized wheat ears framing the denomination and the country of origin, alongside the distinct initials of the designer, Victor David Brenner. With a remarkably low mintage of just 484,000 pieces, this specific San Francisco issue is one of the most famous and coveted varieties in the entire Lincoln Cent series. This particular specimen survives in Extra Fine condition, preserving the crisp details of the portrait and the wheat ears. The inscriptions on the reverse include the words ONE CENT and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, which remain clearly legible alongside the initials V.D.B. at the base.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1909 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Extra 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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