1885 1C MS66 Red PCGS....

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Appealing 1885 Cent, MS66 Red

1885 1C MS66 Red PCGS. The 1885 cent is a relatively scarce date, but collectors did not recognize this for years after the coins entered circulation. Richard Snow, in his Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents reference, writes: "Most cents of this year are well worn. Any examples that survived extensive circulation were likely originally saved by happenstance. Numerous treasures could be found in the bottom of a 50-year-old 'penny jar.' Most of the Uncirculated pieces are from random accumulations."
The present Red Premium Gem might well have been one of those saved by "happenstance." Copper-red luster adorns both sides, and a well executed strike brings out sharp definition in the design elements, including clarity in the four diamonds and on most of the feather tips. A minuscule mark on the cheek and some tiny light flecks on the obverse do not detract from the overall eye appeal. The reverse is rotated about 45 degrees counterclockwise. Housed in a first generation holder. Population: 10 in 66 Red, 0 finer (6/08).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 228C, PCGS# 2153, GSID# 1370)

Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
Weight: 3.11 grams
Weight: 0.10422oz
Mintage: 11,765,384

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