1885 Indian Head Cent Fine
Numismatic
1885 Indian Head Cent Fine
The 1885 Indian Head Cent is a fascinating artifact from late nineteenth-century America, struck in a durable alloy consisting of 95 percent copper, with the remaining 5 percent composed of tin and zinc. This particular issue has been graded as Fine, showing the honest wear of a coin that actively circulated in the daily commerce of its era. The obverse features a distinct depiction of Liberty wearing a traditional Native American feather headdress, a creative choice by designer James B. Longacre. Encircling this central figure is the inscription "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA", with the year 1885 anchored at the bottom. On the reverse, the coin displays its face value of "ONE CENT" nestled inside a lush wreath. A small shield sits at the very top of the design, while a bundle of arrows tied together with a ribbon bow rests at the bottom, completing a classic piece of American numismatic history.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1885 |
| 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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