US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln

Lot 484 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RD (PCGS). "Outstanding" is the first word that comes to mind when presented with this beautiful key-date Lincoln cent from the first year of the series. Satiny and somewhat matte-like surfaces display frosty golden-orange luster. A near-flawless Gem and a coin that holds up well to magnified scrutiny. Decidedly choice for the grade. PCGS# 2428. NGC ID: 22B2. Click here for certification details from PCGS.

Lot 3143 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red NGC. This is a sharp Gem example of the key Lincoln cent issue, showing luminous surfaces and no obvious carbon. The coloration is copper-orange rather than the bright yellow-gold hue often seen on the 1909-S VDB cent. Eye appeal is outstanding. Only 484,000 1909-S cents were struck with Victor D. Brenner's initials on the lower reverse. The variety without his initials was struck to the extent of more than 1.8 million coins.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

Lot 91018 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RD (PCGS). PCGS# 2425. NGC ID: 22AZ. Click here for certification details from PCGS.

Lot 91019 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RD (NGC). PCGS# 2425. NGC ID: 22AZ. Click here for certification details from NGC.

Lot 8081 Lot of (3) Mint State 20th Century Type Coins. (PCGS). Included are: 1909 Lincoln cent, Unc Details--Questionable Color; 1913 Buffalo nickel, Type II, MS-64; and 1941-S Walking Liberty half dollar, Unc Details--Environmental Damage.

Lot 6027 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-66 RD (NGC). PCGS# 82425 . NGC ID: 22AZ . Click here for certification details from NGC.

Lot 2001 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-67 RD (PCGS). OGH. Splendid Superb Gem quality for this perennially popular fist year Lincoln cent issue. Both sides are highly lustrous with vivid reddish-orange color and a billowy satin texture. Expertly preserved, in fact virtually pristine, this delightful example would serve as a highlight in any type or date set. The entire mintage of 27,995,000 pieces for the circulation strike 1909 V.D.B. was achieved from June 10 through August 5, after which the Philadelphia Mint halted production on orders from Treasury Secretary Franklin MacVeagh due to controversy over the prominent placement of the designer's initials along the lower reverse border. Widely saved as a first year issue, the 1909 V.D.B. is plentiful in an absolute sense with high grade examples such as this particularly popular among today's quality conscious collectors. Provenance: From the ESM Collection. PCGS# 2425. NGC ID: 22AZ. Click here for certification details from PCGS.

Lot 3156 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red PCGS. This first-year issue with the designer's initials at the lower reverse was subject to widespread fanfare and hoarding with the idea that the coins would be confiscated. Gems are scarce but obtainable with Red surfaces, as here. Definition is crisp on Lincoln's portrait, the wheat sheaves, and the lettering on both sides. This lustrous key date shows a handful of trivial ticks.( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

Lot 91029 1909 Lincoln Cent. MS-66 RD (PCGS). PCGS# 2431. NGC ID: 22B3. Click here for certification details from PCGS.

Lot 4118 1909-S 1C VDB MS66 Red PCGS. This splendid Premium Gem exhibits frosty surfaces and brilliant orange mint luster with splashes of rose toning at the right side of the obverse. The design elements are boldly defined and the eye appeal is exceptional. PCGS has only certified 15 finer Red examples of this key date (11/17). From The Kerry Rudin Collection. ( Registry values : N2998) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2428 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

Lot 91053 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RB (ANACS). PCGS# 2427. NGC ID: 22B2.

Lot 5982 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-66 RD (PCGS). Provenance: From the Domino Collection II. PCGS# 2425. NGC ID: 22AZ. Click here for certification details from PCGS.

Lot 1141 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RB (PCGS). Smooth, vibrant surfaces support smartly impressed devices. Plenty of vivid medium orange luster remains on both sides with light toning in mottled golden-brown. One of several opportunities in this sale to acquire an attractive high-grade example of this popular issue from the first year of the Lincoln cent series. PCGS# 2427. NGC ID: 22B2. Click here for certification details from PCGS.

Lot 1143 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-64 RD (ANACS). OH. Rich pinkish luster paints the centers of this gorgeous piece from the most famous of all Lincoln cent issues. The surfaces are satiny and smooth, undoubtedly bordering on Gem preservation. Well struck and matte-like across most regions. PCGS# 2428. NGC ID: 22B2.

Lot 16133 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. When the first Lincoln cents were produced in San Francisco, in 1909, they showed the initials of designer Victor D. Brenner along the lower reverse border. This feature proved controversial, and the design was soon changed, with the initials VDB removed. This is a well-struck and nicely preserved Gem, with few surface flaws to distract the beholder. Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2008), lot 450. ( Registry values : N1793) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B2 , PCGS# 2427 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

Lot 91027 1909-S Lincoln Cent. MS-65 RD (NGC). Gorgeous golden-orange surfaces are highly lustrous with a sharply executed strike. PCGS# 2434. NGC ID: 22B4. Click here for certification details from NGC.

Lot 91025 1909-S/S Lincoln Cent. S/Horizontal S. MS-65 RD (PCGS). PCGS# 92434. NGC ID: 22B4. Click here for certification details from PCGS.

Lot 91048 1909-S Lincoln Cent. MS-65 RB (NGC). PCGS# 2433. NGC ID: 22B4. Click here for certification details from NGC.

Lot 3231 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RD (PCGS). PCGS# 2425. NGC ID: 22AZ. Click here for certification details from PCGS.

Lot 3895 1914-D 1C MS65 Red NGC. Unlike a number of other key dates in the Lincoln cent series, the 1914-D was not saved in quantity. While first-year enthusiasm preserved numerous 1909-S VDB cents, the 1931-S was anticipated as a low-mintage year, and the 1955 Doubled Die was tucked away as a curiosity even by non-numismatists, the 1914-D quietly slipped into circulation, and by the time collectors realized just how elusive examples were, the vast majority of the issue was circulated to some degree. By contrast, this vibrant Red Gem is a beautifully preserved survivor. The slightly hazy surfaces are predominantly copper-orange with elements of pale lilac and rose. Pleasingly detailed and surprisingly mark-free. A touch of streakiness at the lower reverse is of little concern. Census: 21 in 65 Red, 5 finer (6/17). Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2004), lot 5436; FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2008), lot 2706; ANA Signature (Heritage, 7-8/2008), lot 1202. From The Michael C. Hollen Collection, Part II ( Registry values : N4719) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22BH , PCGS# 2473 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc