Whitman Expo
1898 One Cent PR RD Values
Details
The 1898 proof Indian Cent boasts a lower 90's mintage of just 1,795 coins struck. Very common with the brown color designation. Gradually more scarce in red-brown especially PR66 or finer. Red gems are rare and any cameo is rare as well. Look for attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces as those are the most desirable and can be found without too much difficulty.
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:
1661
Coin Date:
1898
Denomination:
1c / One Cent
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
1,795
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
3.11 gr
Weight:
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
