Whitman Expo
1864 Bronze One Cent PR BN Values
Details
The original mintage of this Proof Indian Cent is approximately 150 coins with a greater number certified, making the original mintage amount clearly incorrect. This date is scarce up to the finer gems which are very scarce, especially with red color. Cameo pieces are extremely rare. Look for attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces as those are the most desirable and are not too difficult to find.
Obverse: A portrait bearing the likeness of a Native American in full headdress framed by the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery. The date is centered at the bottom under the portrait.
Reverse: The reverse bears the denomination of ONE CENT in the center surrounded by a wreath bearing a ribbon with arrows tied in at the bottom center.
Basic Information
GSID:
1486
Coin Date:
1864
Denomination:
1c / One Cent
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
800
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Bronze
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
3.11 gr
Weight:
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1864
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
ONE CENT
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Feedback:
