1869 Indian Head Cent XF-45 NGC (Brown)
Numismatic
1869 Indian Head Cent XF-45 NGC (Brown)
The 1869 Indian Head Cent is a fascinating artifact from nineteenth-century American coinage. Struck in a durable alloy consisting of 95 percent copper alongside a 5 percent blend of tin and zinc, this small denomination coin represents a classic era of United States currency. The obverse features a depiction of Liberty adorned in an intricate feather headdress, with the word LIBERTY clearly visible. Surrounding this central figure is the inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, with the year 1869 anchored at the bottom. On the reverse, the coin displays its denomination, ONE CENT, positioned prominently in the center. This text is framed by a decorative wreath, which is crowned by a shield at the top and anchored by a bundle of arrows secured with a bow at the base.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1869 |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Cent |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.50 mm |
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