The Lincoln cent, from 1909 onward

The Lincoln cent was introduced in 1909 to mark the hundredth anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. Victor David Brenner designed the portrait.

The 1909-S V.D.B. cent is one of the best-known issues. The initials V.D.B. appear on the reverse, and the coin was struck in limited numbers.

Many Lincoln cents are common, so collectors often focus on dates, mint marks and condition.

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