The desirability can vary from coin to coin and is usually based upon the luster, overall condition, amount originally minted of that. Find the current lincoln cent wheat reverse values by year, coin varieties, and specific grade. Asked in us coins, coins and paper money what is the value of a 1941. If your penny is the small cent type, it will be about the same size as the ones we use today although it might be a tiny bit heavier. Match your us coins to the pictures and find silver dollar values, half dollar values, and values of any other old us coin. The leader in coin values this listing of us coin values is an interactive presentation of the information traditionally found in coinworld s monthly magazine. Sep 18, 2012 coin collectors may have a new unattainable object to dream about a sixwheeled robots lucky penny on mars. The obverse heads shows the image of president abraham lincoln used on the penny since 1909. This is our basic coin price guide for people who are unfamiliar with coins but want to find out about old coin values. Coin albums help you to keep your collection organized with spots for various coins so you can always see what you have and what you still need. The vdb and u in united states are a little softly struck. Determining your 1909 penny is just a little nicer than average reflects a big change in value. These 1909 indian head pennies are generally available in grades from almost good to extra fine. We are also interested in buying high grade flying eagle and indian cents.
I have seen many other books that dont even place that in it because it is such a rare and expensive coin. Before you use the price guide, you should read the following information very carefully. Heres a look at the various 1909 lincoln penny values, how many were made, and other important notes about these valuable old pennies. The prices listed in the pcgs price guide are average dealer asking prices for pcgsgraded coins. And although the wheat penny is made of 95% copper, coin collectors dont specifically value a coin based upon its make up, but rather its condition and overall desirability. It is also one of those coins that has seen virtually nothing but upward trends in values for the last several decades. Lincoln pennies 1909 1958 the ever popular lincoln wheat penny was first produced by the u. Judging a coin s state of preservation is known as grading by dealers and collectors. Nasas mars rover curiosity is carrying a 1909 vdb lincoln cent, for use as a. Brenner designed the coin under the direction of pres. The coin was designed by victor david brenner and replaced the design for the indian head penny.
Centerz 150 pockets coin album, penny collecting book, souvenir coins collection holder, ideal for pressed pennies passport, hobby coin collector, money specie display storage case black. The first transcontinental auto race took place between new york and seattle, and up in the sky, french engineer louis bleriot made the first english channel crossing in a heavierthanair machine. Lincoln cent wheat reverse 19091958 values pcgs price. Coin value prices, price chart, coin photos, mintage figures, coin melt value, metal composition, mint mark. The united states congress authorized the first lincoln penny to be made in 1909. Below is a list of the different 1909 lincoln pennies, their values, and mintage figures how many were made. Looking for a place to find coin values or current coin prices. Theodore roosevelt who was on a mission to redesign our nations coinage. Hobbylinc carries 20 cents penny coin collecting books and supplies at discounts up to 20%. Posted by ryan guina last updated on december 15, 2019 money management advertiser disclosure.
Peary became the first man to reach the north pole. The price shown is the average dealer retail price, excluding any sales tax, for an ngccertified coin in a standard holder with a standard. The united states mint currently makes all onecent coins on zinc planchets that have a thin layer of pure copper covering the entire surface. Old roll lincoln wheat cent penny 1909 vdbs both ends. Mint year 1909 also produced some wheat pennies with the designers initials, vdb for victor d. Connect with dealers, other coin collectors and put coins up on your wishlist look up coin prices and values and ask for coins on your wishlist to make offers for. Here, youll find a wide variety of coin collecting books to help you get the most enjoyment out of your collection. The themes on the reverses represent the four major aspects of lincolns life. Classic us coins how the key date 1909s vdb cent got into. Philadelphia, the nations primary mint struck 14 billion wheat cents. Head cent collection number 2 album book complete up to 1964.
While you wouldnt be totally wrong, the 1909 version of the coin is much more sought after than the penny that is laying underneath your. A step by step approach is use to evaluate and identify variety, judge grade and determine how much wheat pennies are worth. Of course this figure doesnt reflect the mint proofs that could have been minted that year at the philadelphia mint and only includes the amount of 1909 wheat pennies that were. True, the 1909s vdb is perhaps the most popular rare penny. The pcgs price guide is a guide to assist the coin buying public in determining values for all important united states rare coins. While you wouldnt be totally wrong, the 1909 version of the coin is much more sought after than the penny that is laying underneath your couch.
The united states mint first minted the lincoln wheat penny, or wheatie as they are sometimes called, in 1909. This page lists coin values for lincoln wheatback pennies minted from 1909 to. Lincoln head cent book indiana lincoln wheat small cents 1909 1958 unsearched wheat pennies bags. Lincoln cent 19091958 collectors folder warmans collector coin. Many collectors are now very advanced and have the funds to add to their holdings. The shield on the reverse tails represents lincolns preservation of the united states as a single country. Value chart lists all dates in the wheat penny series. Most wheat cents wheat pennies were minted between 1909 and 1956 are worth about 4 to 5 cents, though those in better condition can have. The united states mint has made four different types of small cents. Four separate titles for lincoln pennies starting in 1909 running through current date. With coin books, you can discover a wealth of information behind your favorite issues.
Our highquality books educate readers in the rich, colorful history of american and world coinage, paper currency, tokens, and medals, and teach how to build great. Official whitman statehood quarters fold board book. In 1909 there were 72,702,000 1909 pennies minted in all. We use strict photograde standards when grading all of our coins. Choose the coin collecting books for your favorite series today. Personal of united states coins littleton coin company. Our goal is to photograph it in a way that allows you to see what the item will look like when it. We can also fill your need please send us your want list. While it boasts the lowest mintage among the regularly struck lincoln pennies and is indeed considered rare with nearly 500,000 made and perhaps 20,000 or more still in existence the 1909s vdb is not the rarest penny. Judging a coins state of preservation is known as grading by dealers and collectors.
Please allow 3 to 5 business days for your order to leave our offices as each coin must be inspected and graded prior to packaging. Heres a look at the various 1909 lincoln penny values, how many were made, and other important notes about. While the original edition pennies from 1909 can have significant collectable value, other editions of the lincoln penny can be highly desired by coin collectors as well. Aug 22, 2018 10 things you didnt know about the penny.
Whitman lincoln cent folders for pennies 1909 to date. Get the best deals on 1909 lincoln wheat us coins when you. Uncirculated frb atlanta lincoln wheat cent penny roll 19091958 pds. Lincoln head cent book indiana lincoln wheat small cents 1909.
The death of the penny us mint to cease penny production in 2022. Coin collectors may have a new unattainable object to dream about a sixwheeled robots lucky penny on mars. These are lincoln penny coins to look for in circulation or in your pocket change. The nonvdb lincoln cents of 1909 the 1909 and 1909 s are also popular coins, though more than 72 million of nonvdb 1909 pennies were struck. Get the best deals on lincoln head cent book indiana lincoln. Free shipping we will do whatever it takes with outstanding customer service support to assist everyone as we highly value our customer satisfaction with absolute zero risks. These coins were minted continuously from 1909 1958, when they were replaced by the lincoln memorial penny that is commonly seen today. There are some extremely valuable coins floating around out there. Lincoln wheat, san francisco mint, vdb variety value, specifications, and images for the 1909 lincoln wheat one cent coin from the united states of america. Buy lincoln cent 19091958 collectors folder at walmart. Pay tribute to our 16th president with this impressive lincoln penny collection. By the end of 1909, supply of the new cents was finally up to demand. Valuable 1909 lincoln pennies date by date youtube.
The coin featured victor david brenner s portrait of lincoln on the front or. Even keep track of your coin collection in an online. About whitman publishing whitman publishing is the leading producer of numismatic reference books, supplies, and products to display and store coins and paper money. Coin albums for coin collectors coin supply express. How much is it worth, is it worth looking for and are there any rare of valuable coins or varieties for the 1909 wheat cent. The ngc us coin price guide shows average dealer retail prices based on actual, documented transactions and other information reported by collectors, dealers and auction houses for ngccertified coins. In 1909, there were only 284,000 1909 s vdb wheat pennies produced. We make sure that every customer is 100% satisfied in every aspect with 247365 fast support. Partial set 19091940 lincoln wheat cent album early dates collection 302 you will receive the exact coins in the photo.
We can buy your coins outright, sell them for you on a consignment basis or advise you on how best to present. The penny book does contain a section for the 1909 v. Always be sure to check your pocket change and collectors coins carefully. Pennies minted before 1982 were made of solid copper or bronze. The lincoln cent is a onecent coin that has been struck by the united states mint since 1909. The most popular cents penny coin collecting books and supplies brands include whitman publishing, and h. Usa coin book us coin values and prices buy and sell. The penny was one of the first coins made by the u. The key date 1909 s vdb cent has excited collectors for more than a century. Even keep track of your coin collection in an online database. These pennies are commonly called wheaties or wheat backs. Lincoln wheat penny values and prices the spruce crafts. Jan 28, 2020 the s on a 1909 s vdb penny represents the san francisco mint. It has been designed to provide two copies of your collection.
Death of the penny us mint to cease penny production in 2022. The 1909 s lincoln wheat penny had a mintage of 1,825,000. The ever popular lincoln wheat penny was first produced by the u. How did this low mintage lincoln cent get into the coin market and who made money and lost money on hoarding them. The back of the coin has one cent surrounded by wheat stalks on either side. The 1909 wheat penny was minted in 1909 at the philadelphia pennsylvania mint. These 1909 s lincoln cent coins are 95% copper and 5% zinc and tin. Over the course of the wheat penny series 1909 to 1958.
Weve spent s of hours working to perfect the perfect photo. Get the best deals on lincoln wheat small cents 1909 1958 when you shop the largest online selection at. In 2009, the united states mint issued four different pennies throughout the year in recognition of the bicentennial of lincolns birth and centennial of the first year of the lincoln cent. Whitman lincoln cent coin folders are trifold books with 90 dated slots that. Keep coin roll hunting and always remember you can find rare and. Lincoln wheat, philadelphia mint, vdb variety value, specifications, and images for the 1909 lincoln wheat one cent coin from the united states of america. If you have any familiarity at all with us coins, you will notice that the 1909 lincoln penny very closely resembles the singlecent coin still in circulation in the us today. The 1909 s vdb penny is indeed one of the most expensive regularstrike nonerror rarities of modern u. We represent clients at auction all series not just indian cents for 5%. Lincoln cents dated from 1909 to present in 1909, to commemorate the onehundredth anniversary of abraham lincolns birth, a new cent design was introduced.
We are committed to offering only properly graded coins at fair prices. The 1909 indian head penny had a mintage of 14,370,645. It is set in a 92page book to provide a little history along with a collection of pennies from 19091999. At coin values, we are always staying on top of the latest changes in coin prices, and we have a list of the top 25 most valuable pennies. American coin treasures lincoln penny book andcoin set.
May 30, 2019 in the 1st of a new series, we take a look at the 1909 lincoln penny. Condition is key to 1909 indian head penny value a quick look at the value charts shows the importance of accurately judging the condition your coin. Replacing indian head pennies, which were minted from 1859 through 1909, lincoln pennies were welcomed by massive crowds that gathered at banks on august 2 nd when the new onecent coins arrived in commerce. Well choose a date below and a mint mark and explore for yourself, and be sure to pick up a few rolls of pennies next time you are at the bank. Usa coin book an easy and simple way to buy, sell, auction off and keep track of coins online.
Look up coin prices and values to see how much your collection is worth. Usually its just one coin, and then another until you finally find the last one of a set. Follow the progression of this 1909 s penny as it circulated and went from freshly minted to. Help us to help you heres your handy, pocketsized personal checklist of united states coins to help you keep track of your collection, and help us serve you better.
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