1872 Indian Head Cent VF
Numismatic
1872 Indian Head Cent VF
The 1872 Indian Head Cent represents a classic era of United States copper coinage. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this one-cent piece is composed of a traditional alloy containing 95 percent copper, with the remaining 5 percent made of tin and zinc. This specific coin has been preserved in Very Fine condition, allowing its key design elements to remain clearly visible to the curious observer. The obverse features a depiction of Liberty wearing an ornate feather headdress, with the word "LIBERTY" inscribed across the band. Surrounding this central figure is the legend "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" alongside the clear date of 1872 at the bottom. On the reverse, the coin displays its face value of "ONE CENT" positioned directly in the center. This denomination is framed by a detailed wreath, with a shield resting at the top and a bundle of arrows secured by a ribbon bow at the very bottom, completing a design that captures the artistic style of late nineteenth-century American currency.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1872 |
| Grade | Very Fine |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Cent |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.50 mm |
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