RB, BN, and RD designation

Hi all,

I've see the designation RB, BN, and RD next to the 1909 S VDB lincoln cents. What does this mean?

Thanks!

-StephenS

 

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RD= Red
RB= Red Brown
BN= Brown

 

Hmm...looking at PCGS' pricing guide, it seems that those designations affect the price. I guess that sort of makes sense...RD means less wear.

 

Not at all true, copper reacts with the air surrounding it and turns brown....

 

No, red doesn't mean less wear. It's just color. For reasons a lot of people debate, RD is preferred at the high end and prices reflect this.

But RB and BN can be some of the most attractive, IMO. You'll probably see some very nice ones here.
Lance.

 

Thanks everyone (respectfully)! That was just what I was looking for.

 

how can i find pictures of 1909s vbd ijust got one and want to check die marks for the real coin it is rb some luster but i cant figure out how to take pictures
thanks

 

If your Lincoln has the initials VBD in that order it is definitely a counterfeit, the genuine article has the initials VDB for the designer Victor David Brenner. It is a highly faked coin so there are many copies out there, some more deceptive than others.

 

it is VDB

 

While Red cents are considered higher end. Once you see a nicely toned BRown or Red Brown you will see how nice they really are. You can also google Lincoln Cents and check for references on your cent to see if it might be authentic or counterfeit.

As far as taking pictures. Turn off the flash and set your camera to macro. Get as close as you can without the image becoming blurry.