US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln

The average price of the 1 Cent 1909 coin is $1,580 as of January 21, 2026. This data is based on an analysis of 267 auction sales. The sample may include coins from other years or varieties in different conditions, so this is an approximate estimate. For an accurate valuation of the 1 Cent 1909, a detailed comparison of individual specimens is required, considering die varieties and grade.

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YearPrice
2025$360
2024$420
2023$2,040
2022$3,840
2021$5,160
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1348, Lot 3650US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1348, Lot 3650
Heritage Auctions
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    August 22, 2022
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Lot 3650 1909 Cent, MS67 Red Conditionally Scarce 1909 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. Ex: Bender Collection. Although no VDB designer's initials are present on this Superb Gem, series collectors know that in MS67 Red this issue is actually much more elusive. This piece offers splendid appeal with an almond-gold obverse and fiery orange-red reverse. The mattelike surfaces are virtually flawless and spot-free. Ex: Central States Signature (Heritage, 4-5/2010), lot 223. From The Bender Family Collection, Part I. ( Registry values : N491) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B3 , PCGS# 2431 , Greysheet# 1723 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1347, Lot 3514
Heritage Auctions
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    July 14, 2022
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Lot 3514 1909-S 1C VDB MS64 Red PCGS. A pleasing midlevel Red example of this key issue, showing bold devices and satiny copper-amber luster with a soft, luminous cartwheel effect. No obtrusive spots are seen. Although generally available overall, this San Francisco issue is in constant demand as it is one of the most famous coins in all of American numismatics. HID05401242017 © 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1347, Lot 3514US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1347, Lot 3514
Heritage Auctions
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    July 14, 2022
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Lot 3514 1909-S VDB Cent, MS64 Red Lincoln Series Key 1909-S 1C VDB MS64 Red PCGS. A pleasing midlevel Red example of this key issue, showing bold devices and satiny copper-amber luster with a soft, luminous cartwheel effect. No obtrusive spots are seen. Although generally available overall, this San Francisco issue is in constant demand as it is one of the most famous coins in all of American numismatics.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 , Greysheet# 1801 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #60253, Lot 92058US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #60253, Lot 92058
Heritage Auctions
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    March 21, 2022
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Lot 92058 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent MS64 Red and Brown 1909-S 1C VDB MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. The 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent typically comes with light, copper-golden color, which makes this reddish-orange example with mahogany toning accents stand out. Luster shimmer throughout each side, complementing well-struck design elements and carbon-free surfaces. Tinges of ruby-red appear in the central fields.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2427 , Greysheet# 1800 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #60250, Lot 92053US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #60250, Lot 92053
Heritage Auctions
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    March 7, 2022
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Lot 92053 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent, MS64 Red Attractive Original Luster 1909-S 1C VDB MS64 Red PCGS. Soft, luminous copper-orange mint luster adorns largely unabraded surfaces on this near-Gem Red S-VDB Lincoln cent. The strike is generally sharp throughout. A thin toning streak runs diagonally through the reverse denomination. A pleasing example of this first-year key issue. Housed in a green label holder.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 , Greysheet# 1801 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1342, Lot 3448US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1342, Lot 3448
Heritage Auctions
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    February 24, 2022
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Lot 3448 1909-S VDB Cent, MS65 Red and Brown CAC-Approved Series Key 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. From a series-low business-strike mintage of 484,000 pieces, the 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent is the acknowledged key to this extremely popular series. The original red surfaces of this spectacular Gem have mellowed to light brown in some areas, but no mentionable distractions are evident. The design elements are sharply detailed and the designer's initials are bold.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2427 , Greysheet# 1800 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1342, Lot 3448
Heritage Auctions
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    February 24, 2022
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Lot 3448 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. From a series-low business-strike mintage of 484,000 pieces, the 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent is the acknowledged key to this extremely popular series. The original red surfaces of this spectacular Gem have mellowed to light brown in some areas, but no mentionable distractions are evident. The design elements are sharply detailed and the designer's initials are bold. HID05401242017 © 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, The December 2021 Old Holder Collectors Choice Online Auction - Lots 93001-93193, Lot 93013US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, The December 2021 Old Holder Collectors Choice Online Auction - Lots 93001-93193, Lot 93013
Stack's Bowers
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    December 21, 2021
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Lot 93013 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RD (PCGS). OGH. PCGS# 2425. NGC ID: 22AZ. Click here for certification details from PCGS.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln - Heritage Auctions, Auction #1337, Lot 3017
Heritage Auctions
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    December 16, 2021
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Lot 3017 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red PCGS. From a series-low business-strike mintage of 484,000 pieces, the 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent has been a sought-after series key since its time of issue. This delightful Gem exhibits well-detailed design elements, with bold designer's initials and well-preserved original red surfaces that radiate vibrant mint luster from both sides. Eye appeal is outstanding. HID05401242017 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 July 13 - 15 Summer FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1332, Lot 3178US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 July 13 - 15 Summer FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1332, Lot 3178
Heritage Auctions
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    July 13, 2021
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Lot 3178 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red PCGS. The S-VDB caused quite a sensation when it was released because of the prominent location of Victor Brenner's initials on the lower reverse. Rumors spread that the coins would be recalled and many collectors and non-collectors set aside examples. (This applies to the Philadelphia variant as well.) This is a lovely example that exhibits rich mint red luster with no apparent flaws.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 July 13 - 15 Summer FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1332, Lot 3174US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 July 13 - 15 Summer FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1332, Lot 3174
Heritage Auctions
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    July 13, 2021
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Lot 3174 1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS66 Red PCGS. Two doubled die obverse varieties are listed in the Cherrypickers' reference for the 1909 VDB Lincoln cent. Of these, FS-1101 is by far the rarer in high grade. At least 70% of the doubled die obverse coins reported at PCGS represent the more common and less prominent FS-1102 variety. This desirable FS-1101 coin displays vibrant pumpkin-orange luster and sharp definition. A spot below the O in ONE is among two or three microscopic reverse flecks noted for accuracy. Die doubling is prominent on the date and LIBERTY. Population (both doubled die obverse varieties included): 30 in 66 (9 in 66+) Red, 7 finer (5/21). Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 37633 , Base PCGS# 82425 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper , 5% Silver
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 January 20 - 24 FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1326, Lot 3364US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 January 20 - 24 FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1326, Lot 3364
Heritage Auctions
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    January 20, 2021
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Lot 3364 1914-D Cent, MS65 Red Seldom Encountered With Full Mint Luster 1914-D 1C MS65 Red PCGS. Ex: Connelly Collection. The 1914-D boasts an original mintage of only 1.19 million pieces, which plays a major part in its place among the elite Lincoln cent issues. Although the 1909-S V.D.B. and the 1931-S have even smaller productions, both issues were hoarded to some degree, while the 1914-D was not. Surviving Mint State examples, of which there are predictably few, tend to be more mellowed red rather than blazing red. This Gem example, however, has bright, even cherry-red color that glistens as the coin is rotated beneath a light. Well struck with no obvious abrasions and just the slightest flecks of carbon present. PCGS has graded just seven finer Red examples (11/20). Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 3083; The Jack Lee Estate (Heritage, 2/2009), lot 422; The Carter Family Collection (Heritage, 4/2010), lot 2029; Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2010), lot 3307. ( Registry values : N4719) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22BH , PCGS# 2473 , Greysheet# 1828 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 January 20 - 24 FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1326, Lot 3359US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2021 January 20 - 24 FUN US Coins Signature Auction  #1326, Lot 3359
Heritage Auctions
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    January 20, 2021
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Lot 3359 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent, MS65 Red Series Key 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red PCGS. Gem Red examples of the S-VDB Lincoln cent are highly sought after. This piece displays traditional golden-orange luster with wisps of deeper red hues over each side. A few chestnut flecks appear near the borders, but no distracting abrasions are seen. The strike is weak on the O in ONE, as usual, while the remainder of the design is well brought up.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 , Greysheet# 1801 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, December 2020 Auction - Session 3 - Internet Only - U.S. Coins - Lots 3001-4156, Lot 3175US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, December 2020 Auction - Session 3 - Internet Only - U.S. Coins - Lots 3001-4156, Lot 3175
Stack's Bowers
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    December 21, 2020
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Lot 3175 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. Unc Details--Cleaned (PCGS). PCGS# 2426 . NGC ID: 22B2 . Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, The December 2020 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 92001-92481, Lot 92092US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, The December 2020 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 92001-92481, Lot 92092
Stack's Bowers
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    December 16, 2020
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Lot 92092 1909 Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS). PCGS# 2431. NGC ID: 22B3. Click here for certification details from PCGS.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, The December 2020 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 92001-92481, Lot 92094US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, The December 2020 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 92001-92481, Lot 92094
Stack's Bowers
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    December 16, 2020
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Lot 92094 1909-S/S Lincoln Cent. S/Horizontal S. VF-30 (PCGS). PCGS# 92432. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2020 October 14 - 17 The Maurice Storck Collection US Coins Signature Auction  #1323, Lot 18050US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2020 October 14 - 17 The Maurice Storck Collection US Coins Signature Auction  #1323, Lot 18050
Heritage Auctions
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    October 14, 2020
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Lot 18050 1914-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. A lovely satin example of this Denver key, showing pumpkin-orange surfaces with pinkish coppery tendencies. The strike is sharp, and only a few specks are seen. The faintest trace of chestnut toning in the fields earns this piece a Red and Brown designation from PCGS. The 1914-D is significantly more elusive in Mint State than the more highly heralded 1909-S VDB. From The Maurice Storck Collection. ( Registry values : N2998) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22BH , PCGS# 2472 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2020 September 18 - 20 US Coins Signature Auction  #1319, Lot 3025US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2020 September 18 - 20 US Coins Signature Auction  #1319, Lot 3025
Heritage Auctions
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    September 18, 2020
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Lot 3025 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red PCGS. The 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent is one of the most famous coins of the 20th century. Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth include it in their 100 Greatest U.S. Coins, and it is the key date the Lincoln cent series -- one of the most popular series in all of American coinage. This Gem Red example displays rich copper-orange color and a bold strike. Eye appeal is strong, and only a few flecks are discernible with a loupe.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2020 August 3 - 9 US Coins Signature Auction  #1318, Lot 3033US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2020 August 3 - 9 US Coins Signature Auction  #1318, Lot 3033
Heritage Auctions
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    August 3, 2020
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Lot 3033 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red PCGS. CAC. Copper and amber-gold color covers each side of this softly frosted, CAC-approved, first-year Lincoln cent. The design elements are well-struck, including the often-incomplete designer's initials at the lower reverse. The 1909-S VDB cent is the undisputed key to the series. This is a lovely example. Housed in a green label holder.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2020 April 23-24 & 26 Central States US Coins Signature Auction - Dallas  #1314, Lot 3134US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2020 April 23-24 & 26 Central States US Coins Signature Auction - Dallas  #1314, Lot 3134
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    April 23, 2020
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Lot 3134 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red PCGS. This is a sharp, satiny Red Gem with original golden-orange luster and no obvious carbon spotting. The 1909-S VDB cent is a coin that has captivated collectors for more than a century. Decades ago, beginning collectors searched their change diligently for an example of this rare date, most often to no avail. Today, examples are generally available for a price, but the allure of this issue -- one the 100 Greatest U.S. Coins -- remains, unfaltering. This example will fit in well with high-end Red coins in a PCGS Registry Set.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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