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Gem 1859 Indian Head Cent
Popular First-Year Type Coin

1859 1C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Indian Head cents were produced for the first time in 1859, with a landmark mintage of 36.4 million pieces. The issue has always traded at a premium because of the demand from type collectors. Examples in Gem condition are scarce today. The present coin is an attractive Gem specimen, with light, coppery surfaces and an excellent strike. The generous eye appeal is attested by the CAC sticker.(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 227E, PCGS# 2052, GSID# 1289)

Metal: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel
Weight: 4.67 grams
Weight: 0.14496oz
Mintage: 36,400,000


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
August, 2010
11th-15th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
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