Lot 1233
1869 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. A stunning coin that boasts full blazing mint red and no signs of toning or problems of any sort. The date is recut very low, with an additional serif on the 1 well below the final 1, the 8 and 6 also show recutting below the final figures. This is an early die state, and exceptionally high grade coin, allowing for the recutting to show quite well with a moderate glass. Boldly struck throughout, with abundant eye appeal and no-nonsense gem surfaces. There is a tiny mark above the wreath on the right side, near the shield. One of just 20 graded this high by PCGS, with a scant 6 graded higher.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.
From the Howard R. Newcomb collection of Indian Cents, purchased June 30, 1944 from J.G. Macallister.
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| Realized $5,520 |
