Product Details: Struck in 1859, this first-year-of-issue Indian Head Cent holds a unique place in American numismatic history as a distinct, single-year design type. Composed of 88% copper and 12% nickel, this early 'White Cent' features James B. Longacre's classic Liberty in Native American headdress on the obverse paired with an ornate laurel wreath reverse—the only year this reverse design was utilized before changing to the oak wreath and shield in 1860. Certified Mint State 62 (MS 62) by Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS), this specimen displays full uncirculated detail with attractive pale-tan satin luster and strong design definition. Housed safely in a tamper-evident PCGS slab, this historic coin offers collectors an exceptional entry-level Uncirculated example of an iconic 19th-century type coin.
Coin Features:
PCGS graded MS 62
Known as a Indian Head Cent
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This is a PCGS graded coin. You will receive the coin pictured. You are purchasing an 1859 Indian Head Cent graded PCGS MS 62. This is an excellent coin to add to your collection.
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