1909-S Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-65 RD (PCGS). Softly frosted surfaces are fully struck, smooth, and dressed in vivid medium mint orange color. These are always in demand, the 1909-S V.D.B. a low mintage issue that has long been recognized as a key date in the popular Lincoln cent series. Full red Gems such as this enjoy a particularly strong following among discerning numismatists. PCGS# 2428. NGC ID: 22B2.