1908-S Indian Head Cent Fine Details
Numismatic
1908-S Indian Head Cent Fine Details
The 1908 Indian Head Cent from the San Francisco Mint represents a fascinating moment in American coining. Struck in a durable alloy of 95 percent copper, with the remaining five percent composed of tin and zinc, this coin carries the distinctive "S" mint mark, indicating its origin at the Western minting facility. Designed by James B. Longacre, the obverse features a striking representation of Liberty adorned in a traditional feathered headdress. The reverse is elegant in its simplicity, displaying the words "ONE CENT" nestled within a detailed wreath. This specific coin is graded in Fine condition, showing the honest wear of a piece that once circulated through the hands of early twentieth-century Americans.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1908 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| 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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