{"product_id":"1909-lincoln-wheat-cent-pcgs-genuine-scratched-vf-details-first-year-of-issue","title":"1909 Lincoln Wheat Cent PCGS Genuine (Scratched) VF Details – First Year of Issue","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"383\"\u003eThe 1909 Lincoln Wheat Cent is one of the most historically important coins in U.S. numismatics, marking the \u003cstrong data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"265\"\u003efirst year of the Lincoln cent series\u003c\/strong\u003e and the first time a real person—President \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eAbraham Lincoln\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e—appeared on a circulating U.S. coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eThis example has been authenticated and encapsulated by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eProfessional Coin Grading Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e as \u003cstrong data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"521\"\u003eGenuine (Scratched) with VF Details\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning the coin displays wear consistent with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"591\"\u003eVery Fine grade\u003c\/strong\u003e, but has surface scratches that prevent a straight numeric grade. Despite this, it retains strong detail and remains a highly collectible early issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"941\"\u003eThe obverse features a classic portrait of Lincoln, while the reverse displays the iconic wheat ears design, symbolizing American prosperity and unity—making this coin a cornerstone for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"946\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17axgyb\" data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"967\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1whqo58\" data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1909\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"54w2zs\" data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Cent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dcmptd\" data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lincoln Wheat Cent (First Year Issue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6gs7ye\" data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCGS Genuine – Scratched (VF Details)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xtx6ki\" data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eGrading Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eProfessional Coin Grading Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hehdbj\" data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95% Copper, 5% Tin \u0026amp; Zinc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ijdyqt\" data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.11 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g939od\" data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wjk2dm\" data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eVictor David Brenner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vwbckl\" data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eIssued in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln’s birth, this coin revolutionized U.S. coin design by introducing a real historical figure into everyday circulation. It replaced the Indian Head cent and began one of the longest-running coin series in American history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eThe 1909 issue is especially significant because it represents the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eorigin of the Lincoln cent\u003c\/strong\u003e, a series that continues to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"11be0fb\" data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003eWhile the coin carries a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003e“Scratched” designation\u003c\/strong\u003e, its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eVery Fine details\u003c\/strong\u003e mean:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gemp4o\" data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eMajor design elements are clearly visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"emz5rb\" data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003eModerate wear with strong overall detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16408u6\" data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eAffordable entry point into a key-date year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e“Details” coins are often sought after by collectors who want historically important coins at a more accessible price compared to problem-free examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ikzfgu\" data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003eRarity \u0026amp; Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003eThe 1909 Lincoln Cent is widely collected, especially as a first-year issue. While not the rarest date in the series, its historical importance ensures consistent demand. Even with a details grade, this coin holds:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2570\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tirgse\" data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003eStrong collector interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wcocow\" data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eRecognizable historical significance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13w21ih\" data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2570\"\u003eSolid long-term collectible appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1412y1b\" data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003eWhy Add This Coin to Your Collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2900\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOwning a 1909 Lincoln Wheat Cent means holding a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2724\"\u003epiece of American history at its beginning point\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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