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The 1909 VDB proof cent is one of the scarcest regular-issue proofs around, despite having a higher mintage than several other proof Lincoln cents of the 1909-1916 era. there is some speculation that the United States Mint may have destroyed unsold examples or distributed them as business strikes. Whatever the case, there are likely fewer than 200 examples in existence, making this first-year issue a very challenging coin in any grade or color designation.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned on the right side.
Reverse Description
Wheat ears flanking the words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on the top perimeter. The deisgner's initials V.D.B. appear on the bottom periphery.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2471
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1909
Reverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, V.D.B.
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Matte Finish
Coin Date:
1909 VDB
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
1,194
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3301
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Coin Value History
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RB
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1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RB
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$108,000 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $90,000 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1296_3522-0.20200712061453721.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $360 – $3,120
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/337xxx/105be5c3-9f43-4638-b487-3fa63d819ef5.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $400 – $4,100
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1910-1c-pr67-plus-rd-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $630 – $54,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $7,500 – $55,200
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $15,500 – $162,000
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $385 – $3,600
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $425 – $4,100
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $1,000 – $65,000
1910 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $3,600
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $4,100
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $630 – $14,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $6,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $7,200
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $700 – $18,000
1912 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $7,000
1909 1C VDB PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. ...
$34,160
1909 1C VDB PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. ...
$31,720
1C 1909 V.D.B. PCGS PR66 RB CAC
$47,000
1909 1C VDB PR62 Red and Brown PCGS. The 1909 VDB is the scarcest matte proof Lincoln cent. This may seem unusual consideri...
$19,200
1909 1C VDB PR61 Red and Brown ANACS. ...
$8,100
1909 1C VDB PR67+ Red and Brown PCGS Secure. CAC Gold Label. ...
$258,500
1909 1C VDB PR63 Red and Brown ANACS. ...
$19,550
1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. Proof-64 RB (PCGS).
$19,800
1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. Proof-65 RB (PCGS). CMQ.
$22,800
1909 1C VDB PR66 Red and Brown NGC. ...
$28,800
1909 1C VDB PR61 Red and Brown ANACS. ...
$8,050
1909 1C VDB PR63 Red and Brown ANACS. Lightly toned with ...
$4,255
1909 1C VDB PR64 Red and Brown PCGS....
$21,000
1909 1C VDB PR65 Red and Brown PCGS....
$24,000
1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. Proof-66 RB (PCGS).
$26,400
1909 1C VDB PR63 Red and Brown ANACS. The obverse has tan-...
$1,955
1909 1C VDB PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. ...
$16,800
1909 1C VDB PR65 Red and Brown PCGS....
$21,600
1909 1C VDB PR66 Red and Brown PCGS Secure. ...
$31,200
$21,738
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