1¢
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KEY DATE
1909-S Lincoln Cent VDB
1¢ · Classic · Victor D. Brenner
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Lincoln Coins
The Lincoln cent has run since 1909, the longest-lived US design. Early keys like the 1909-S VDB and 1914-D anchor the series.
- Years:
- 1909-1955
- Denominations:
- 1¢
- Designer:
- Victor D. Brenner
- In catalog:
- 3
Lincoln coins in the catalog
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Grading guide →Vintage Guide
1909-S VDB Lincoln Penny: The Most Famous Penny
A low-mintage first-year Lincoln cent associated with the controversy over designer Victor David Brenner’s initials. Learn what to verify before buying.
10 min readVintage GuideLincoln Cent Key Dates & Varieties
The longest-running US design and the series that hooks most collectors. The 1909-S VDB, 1914-D, 1922 No-D, and the 1955 Doubled Die, the dates and varieties where the value lives.
11 min readEducationPCGS vs NGC vs ANACS: Which Grading Service for Coins?
Compare PCGS, NGC, and ANACS by current service terms, holder and guarantee limitations, verification tools, and the needs of the particular coin.
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