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The VDB initials, which stand for the designer Victor David Brenner, are located on the reverse side of the 1918 penny, specifically at the bottom near the edge, just below the wheat stalks. These initials are a small but significant detail that denotes Brenner's contribution to the design of the Lincoln penny.
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What year penny is a vdb on the shirt collar?
From 1918 to date.
What does VDB mean on a Lincoln penny?
It is the initials of Victor David Brenner, the coin's designer.
Where can you find the initials VDB on the penny?
On the bottom of Lincoln's shoulder, very near the rim.
Why is there VDB on the front of a penny?
There's not. It would have been on the back, near the bottom. The initials stand for Victor David Brenner. They were displayed on the back of pennies for part of 1909. The initials were restored, this time smaller, on Lincoln's shoulder, in 1918.
Do all 1909 pennys have the initials VDB on them?
No. Shortly after being issued, complaints about the initials arose and as a result they were removed but not until nearly 28 million of the coins had been minted. The initials again appeared on the obverse side of the coin in 1918 and remain there until today. To see a photo of the 1909 VDB cent, please click on the link named "1909 VDB" in the "RELATED LINKS" section located along the left side of this box.
Who's initials are VDB on the penny?
These initials belong to Victor David Brenner. He designed the front of a Lincoln penny.
I have a 2007 penny that is slightly corroded but clearly has a VDB stamped on Lincoln's suit very tiny what is the meaning of this?
All Lincoln cents from 1918 to date have the initials VDB it stands for Victor D. Brenner the designer of the coin.
What year penny is a vdb on the shirt collar?
From 1918 to date.
Is a penny worth anything if it has the initials VDB and FG on them?
Yes, a penny with the initials "VDB" and "FG" can be quite valuable. The "VDB" signifies the designer Victor David Brenner's initials on the 1909-S Lincoln penny, which is highly sought after by collectors. The "FG" refers to the initials of engraver Frank Gasparro, found on later coins, but if present on a rare penny, it could also add to its value. Overall, the specific condition and rarity of the coin will significantly influence its worth.
What does VDB mean on a Lincoln penny?
It is the initials of Victor David Brenner, the coin's designer.
Where can you find the initials VDB on the penny?
On the bottom of Lincoln's shoulder, very near the rim.
Why is there VDB on the front of a penny?
There's not. It would have been on the back, near the bottom. The initials stand for Victor David Brenner. They were displayed on the back of pennies for part of 1909. The initials were restored, this time smaller, on Lincoln's shoulder, in 1918.
What is the difference between a 1909 vdb and a 1909 vdb s penny?
A lot of money and 4,000 miles. 1909 VDB cents were struck in Philadelphia and retail for about $7. Like all Phila. coins before 1979/80 (except for "war nickels") they do not have a mint mark. 1909-S VDB cents were struck in San Francisco and have a small S under the date. These are much rarer and retail for $900 to $1500 depending on condition.
Do all 1909 pennys have the initials VDB on them?
No. Shortly after being issued, complaints about the initials arose and as a result they were removed but not until nearly 28 million of the coins had been minted. The initials again appeared on the obverse side of the coin in 1918 and remain there until today. To see a photo of the 1909 VDB cent, please click on the link named "1909 VDB" in the "RELATED LINKS" section located along the left side of this box.
When did they stop putting VDB on the back of the penny?
They stopped putting the VDB on the back of the penny in 1909, the same year they started it. In 1918 the VDB was again placed on the cent but it is located on the obverse [heads] side along the rim at Lincoln's right shoulder. It is still there today although it can be difficult to see if the die has been used to strike a lot of coins.
Is there a VDB under the 1973 D penny?
No a 1973 penny will not have VDB.
Why does a 1950 wheatback penny have the letter S on the front?
The "S" on the 1950 wheatback penny is the mint mark, for the San Francisco Mint. You might find the initials "VDB" on the back of some. Those are the initials of the person who designed the coin, Victor David Brenner. Should you find a 1909 "S" "VDB" penny, you have found a VERY rare coin as there were few minted.
