1909 Lincoln Cent. V.D.B. MS-67 RD (PCGS). OGH.，Splendid Superb Gem quality for this perennially popular fist year Lincoln cent issue. Both sides are highly lustrous with vivid reddish-orange color and a billowy satin texture. Expertly preserved, in fact virtually pristine, this delightful example would serve as a highlight in any type or date set. The entire mintage of 27,995,000 pieces for the circulation strike 1909 V.D.B. was achieved from June 10 through August 5, after which the Philadelphia Mint halted production on orders from Treasury Secretary Franklin MacVeagh due to controversy over the prominent placement of the designers initials along the lower reverse border. Widely saved as a first year issue, the 1909 V.D.B. is plentiful in an absolute sense with high grade examples such as this particularly popular among todays quality conscious collectors.，From the ESM Collection.，
