1883 Indian Head Cent Fine
Numismatic
1883 Indian Head Cent Fine
The 1883 Indian Head Cent is a fascinating example of late nineteenth-century American coinage. Struck in Philadelphia, this copper coin features a metal composition consisting of 95 percent copper, with the remaining 5 percent made of tin and zinc. It represents a classic era of United States minor coinage, carrying a face value of one cent. On the obverse, the design presents a distinct representation of Liberty wearing an ornate feather headdress, accompanied by the legible inscription of the year 1883 and the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The reverse side displays the denomination ONE CENT centered inside a decorative wreath. This particular coin is preserved in Fine condition, showing the honest wear of a piece that circulated during a dynamic period in American history.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1883 |
| Grade | 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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