The U.S. Mint introduced the Lincoln cent in 1909 to commemorate the 100th birthday of the revered Civil War-era president.

Victor David Brenner designed the original version of the Lincoln cent. His initials, V.D.B., at the bottom of the reverse side of the coin caused a controversy, and the government commissioned Brenner to re-locate them to a less conspicuous position. This created an instant rarity among collectors.

The Lincoln cent is the longest-running coin in production in U.S. history.

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