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.

Average price
YearPrice
2025$360
2024$420
2023$2,040
2022$3,840
2021$5,160
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, August 2017 ANA, Lot 186US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, August 2017 ANA, Lot 186
Stack's Bowers
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    August 1, 2017
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Lot 186 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-64 RD (PCGS). This fully lustrous, satiny-textured example offers solid Choice Mint State quality for this key date Lincoln cent issue. Sharply struck, as well, and worthy of a solid bid. PCGS# 2428. NGC ID: 22B2. Click here for certification details from PCGS.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, August 2017 ANA, Lot 185US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, August 2017 ANA, Lot 185
Stack's Bowers
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    August 1, 2017
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Lot 185 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RD (PCGS). This delightful Gem is sharply struck, satiny in finish and possessed of beautiful rose-red color. Solid technical quality and strong eye appeal for this ever popular, key date Lincoln cent issue. PCGS# 2428. NGC ID: 22B2. Click here for certification details from PCGS.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, August 2017 ANA, Lot 192US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, August 2017 ANA, Lot 192
Stack's Bowers
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    August 1, 2017
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Lot 192 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.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, The June 2017 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 91001-91545, Lot 91022US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, The June 2017 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 91001-91545, Lot 91022
Stack's Bowers
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    June 14, 2017
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Lot 91022 1909-S Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS). PCGS# 2434. NGC ID: 22B4. Click here for certification details from PCGS.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2017 June 8 - 11 Long Beach Expo US Coins Signature Auction - Long Beach #1256, Lot 3533US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2017 June 8 - 11 Long Beach Expo US Coins Signature Auction - Long Beach #1256, Lot 3533
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    June 8, 2017
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Lot 3533 1909-S 1C VDB MS66 Red PCGS. The 1909-S VDB cent was well-saved in Mint State, although such coins are challenging to acquire today at the Premium Gem Red level, and finer pieces are rare. This coin offers a sharp strike and luminous orange-gold luster with no obvious carbon spotting or other distractions. Housed in a green label holder. PCGS reports just 15 numerically finer representatives (5/17).( Registry values : N2998) 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 - Stack's Bowers, March 2017 Baltimore - Session 7 - Internet Only - U.S. Coins Part I - Lots 6001-7175, Lot 6560US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, March 2017 Baltimore - Session 7 - Internet Only - U.S. Coins Part I - Lots 6001-7175, Lot 6560
Stack's Bowers
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    April 3, 2017
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Lot 6560 1909-S/S Lincoln Cent. FS-1502. S/Horizontal S. MS-64 RB (NGC). PCGS# 92433. NGC ID: 22B4. Click here for certification details from NGC.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, March 2017 Baltimore - Session 2 - U.S. Coins Part II - Lots 1001-1335, Lot 1041US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, March 2017 Baltimore - Session 2 - U.S. Coins Part II - Lots 1001-1335, Lot 1041
Stack's Bowers
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    March 30, 2017
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Lot 1041 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RD (PCGS). A lovely Gem to represent this ever-popular type from the first year of Lincoln cent production. Sharply struck with crisp definition to all design elements, this endearing piece also sports full mint bloom in pale pinkish-red. Satiny and smooth, we anticipate keen interest in this coin among advanced Lincoln cent enthusiasts. PCGS# 2428. NGC ID: 22B2. Click here for certification details from PCGS.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, The February 2017 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 91001-91889, Lot 91057US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, The February 2017 Collectors Choice Online Auction - U.S. Coins - Lots 91001-91889, Lot 91057
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    February 22, 2017
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Lot 91057 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-67 RD (ANACS). OH. PCGS# 2425. NGC ID: 22AZ.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, The November 2016 Collectors Choice Online Auction, Lot 90063US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, The November 2016 Collectors Choice Online Auction, Lot 90063
Stack's Bowers
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    November 16, 2016
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Lot 90063 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. AU-58 (PCGS). PCGS# 2426 . NGC ID: 22B2 . Click here for certification details from PCGS.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2016 October 31 - November 2 US Coins Signature Auction - New York #1241, Lot 3702US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2016 October 31 - November 2 US Coins Signature Auction - New York #1241, Lot 3702
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    October 31, 2016
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Lot 3702 1909 VDB 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS65+ Red PCGS. CAC. All four numerals of the date and RTY in LIBERTY are noticeably die doubled on this popular Cherrypickers' variety. Examples of the 1909 VDB with the doubled obverse die are rare any finer than this high-end, peach-red Gem. The coin displays vibrant luster over the frosty, finely textured surfaces. A few light marks exist on the shoulder and some microscopic flecks (invisible in-hand) require a glass for viewing. CAC endorsed. Population: 26 in 65 (2 in 65+) Red, 5 finer (9/16). 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 - Stack's Bowers, September 2016 Collectors Choice Online Auction, Lot 90045US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, September 2016 Collectors Choice Online Auction, Lot 90045
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    September 12, 2016
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Lot 90045 1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-64 RD. OGH--First Generation. PCGS# 2428 .
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, Session 7 –US Coins–Internet Part 2 - Lots 6001-7337, Lot 7307US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, Session 7 –US Coins–Internet Part 2 - Lots 6001-7337, Lot 7307
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    August 16, 2016
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Lot 7307 Lot of (3) U.S. Type Coins. (PCGS). Included are: 1863 Indian cent, AU-58; 1909-S Lincoln cent, AU Details--Cleaning; and 1934 Washington quarter, Medium Motto, Unc Details--Cleaning.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, Session 6–US Coins–Internet- Part 1-Lots 4001-5262, Lot 4559US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, Session 6–US Coins–Internet- Part 1-Lots 4001-5262, Lot 4559
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    August 15, 2016
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Lot 4559 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. FS-1101. Doubled Die Obverse. MS-63 RB (ANACS). OH. PCGS# 37632. NGC ID: 22AZ.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2016 August 10 - 14 ANA US Coins Signature Auction - Anaheim #1238, Lot 3176US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2016 August 10 - 14 ANA US Coins Signature Auction - Anaheim #1238, Lot 3176
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    August 10, 2016
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Lot 3176 1909-S 1C VDB MS65 Red PCGS Secure. Glowing fire-orange hues abound on the frosty surfaces of this Gem Red 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent. The strike is full, and the surfaces are devoid of distracting abrasions. A few faint, scattered flecks on the reverse do not affect the eye appeal. A thoroughly appealing coin and one that pretty much dissolves any need to consider a higher-grade piece.( 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 - Stack's Bowers, July 2016 Collectors Choice Online Auction, Lot 90029US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, July 2016 Collectors Choice Online Auction, Lot 90029
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    July 13, 2016
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Lot 90029 Lot of (2) 1909 V.D.B. Lincoln Cents (PCGS) Included- 1909 VDB Cent PCGS 65 Red OGH, 1909 VDB Cent PCGS 64 RB.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, May 2016 Collector's Choice Online Auction, Lot 10007US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, May 2016 Collector's Choice Online Auction, Lot 10007
Stack's Bowers
  • Date
    May 4, 2016
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Lot 10007 1909 Lincoln Cent. MS-66 RD (PCGS). PCGS# 2431. NGC ID: 22B3. Click here for certification details from PCGS.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2016 February 4 - 7 Long Beach Expo US Coins Signature Auction - Long Beach #1232, Lot 3070US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2016 February 4 - 7 Long Beach Expo US Coins Signature Auction - Long Beach #1232, Lot 3070
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    February 4, 2016
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Lot 3070 1909-S 1C Lincoln MS66+ Red PCGS. CAC. The 1909-S Lincoln cent is somewhat scarcer in high grade than its more famous VDB counterpart. Premium Gems are scarce, and anything finer is extremely rare. This Plus-graded piece displays a bold strike and frosty, glistening luster. The surfaces appear almost flawless under a loupe, while subtle hints of lilac and silvery luminance emerge from the warm amber-gold patina. PCGS lists six finer representatives (12/15).( Registry values : N991) Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22B4 , PCGS# 2434 ) Weight: 3.11 grams Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Stack's Bowers, July 2015 Baltimore, Lot 30596US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Stack's Bowers, July 2015 Baltimore, Lot 30596
Stack's Bowers
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    July 16, 2015
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Lot 30596 1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-66 RB (PCGS). PCGS# 2424. NGC ID: 22AZ. Provenance: From the Argo Collection.
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US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Obverse - Heritage Auctions, 2015 June 4 - 7 Long Beach Expo US Coins Signature Auction - Long Beach #1221, Lot 3183US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2015 June 4 - 7 Long Beach Expo US Coins Signature Auction - Long Beach #1221, Lot 3183
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    June 4, 2015
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Lot 3183 1909-S VDB 1C MS65 Red PCGS. A needle-sharp orange-gold Gem of this introductory and low mintage key date. Dynamic luster sweeps exemplary surfaces that are virtually devoid of contact. One small spot is noted at the base of the bust. Certified in an old green label holder. Ex: Denver Signature (Heritage, 8/2006), lot 347, which realized $6,325. ( 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, 2015 February 26 - March 1 PNG Dallas Invitational US Coins Signature Auction - Dallas #1218, Lot 3386US 1 Cent 1909 Lincoln, Reverse - Heritage Auctions, 2015 February 26 - March 1 PNG Dallas Invitational US Coins Signature Auction - Dallas #1218, Lot 3386
Heritage Auctions
  • Date
    February 26, 2015
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Lot 3386 1909-S VDB 1C MS65 Red NGC. A beautiful butter-gold and sea-green Gem of the popular introductory San Francisco variety. Lustrous and unabraded with only infrequent minute carbon. Encased in a prior generation holder. Throughout most of the 20th century, millions of collectors searched pocket change and bank rolls for this issue and very seldom encountered examples.( 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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