{"product_id":"1909-lincoln-wheat-cent-vdb-pcgs-vf30-key-first-year-issue","title":"1909 Lincoln Wheat Cent “VDB” PCGS VF30 – Key First-Year Issue","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"430\"\u003eThe 1909 “VDB” Lincoln Wheat Cent is one of the most iconic and sought-after coins in U.S. numismatics. Struck during the debut year of the Lincoln cent series, this coin features the initials “V.D.B.” of its designer, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eVictor David Brenner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, prominently displayed on the reverse at the bottom between the wheat stalks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"773\"\u003ePublic controversy over the visibility of these initials led to their quick removal later in 1909, making the “VDB” variety a \u003cstrong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"599\"\u003ehighly collectible first-year subtype\u003c\/strong\u003e. This example has been graded \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eVF30 (Very Fine 30)\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eProfessional Coin Grading Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, indicating moderate circulation wear with clear, well-defined design details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eThe obverse features the enduring portrait of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eAbraham Lincoln\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, marking the first time a real historical figure appeared on a U.S. circulating coin—an important milestone in American coinage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17axgyb\" data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1whqo58\" data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1909\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"54w2zs\" data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Cent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x1tnz8\" data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e VDB (Designer’s initials on reverse)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1efffpl\" data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e VF30 (Very Fine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5r7kte\" data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eGrading Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eProfessional Coin Grading Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hehdbj\" data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95% Copper, 5% Tin \u0026amp; Zinc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ijdyqt\" data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.11 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g939od\" data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nho2p6\" data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eVictor David Brenner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vwbckl\" data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eIssued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eAbraham Lincoln\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e’s birth, the 1909 Lincoln cent replaced the Indian Head cent and ushered in a new era of U.S. coin design. The inclusion—and rapid removal—of Brenner’s initials created one of the most famous and collectible varieties in American coin history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eThe 1909 VDB cent remains a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003emust-have coin\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors building a Lincoln cent set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ikzfgu\" data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eRarity \u0026amp; Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eWhile Philadelphia-minted 1909 VDB cents are more available than their San Francisco counterparts, they are still highly desirable due to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"usyy6u\" data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eTheir \u003cstrong data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003efirst-year-of-issue status\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"66pezp\" data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eThe short-lived \u003cstrong data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eVDB initials variety\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5efaqc\" data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eStrong and consistent collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eVF30 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, this coin offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rq7g05\" data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eClear wheat lines and strong lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e0hesb\" data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eVisible VDB initials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d04dfe\" data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eA balance of affordability and quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1412y1b\" data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003eWhy Add This Coin to Your Collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2601\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe 1909 VDB Lincoln Cent is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003ecornerstone of any U.S. coin collection\u003c\/strong\u003e. With its historic debut, controversial design element, and solid mid-grade preservation, this VF30 example is an excellent opportunity to own one of the most recognized coins in American numismatics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coin Hub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47597958103203,"sku":"2938S467468","price":1095.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0095\/7603\/files\/1909-Lincoln-Wheat-Cent-VDB-PCGS-VF30-Key-First-Ye-0.jpg?v=1776977549","url":"https:\/\/heritagepastime.com\/es\/products\/1909-lincoln-wheat-cent-vdb-pcgs-vf30-key-first-year-issue","provider":"Heritage Pastime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}