Lot 107
1909 Lincoln Cent. VDB. PCGS graded Proof 66 Red. One of the scarcest proof type coins issued in the 20th Century by the Philadelphia Mint. Total coined: 420. In full red, this coin is much rarer than one would expect. To find not only a full red example, but a high end gem PR-66 is remarkable. PCGS in their Population Report show a total of 9 graded this high, with 2 graded higher! The designers initials VDB for Victor David Brenner were placed prominently on the bottom of the reverse. After a small initial production run, the initials were removed by a jealous Barber, the chief engraver of the Mint, and because of public outcry. Hence, the Philadelphia Mint created a very important one year type coin, and these have been sought after ever since. To own an important gem example like this will certainly be a crowning glory for the specialist.
Estimated Value $15,000 - 17,500.
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| Realized $16,675 |
