One Cent ($0.01)

Indian Head Cent

United States · 1893

The obverse features a profile of Liberty wearing a Native American feathered headdress, with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' around the perimeter and the date '1893' at the bottom. The reverse typically features a laurel or oak wreath.

Country: United States
Year: 1893
Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)
Metal: Bronze (95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc)

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Overview

Historical significance

Designed by James B. Longacre, the Indian Head cent replaced the Flying Eagle cent and was minted from 1859 to 1909. Despite the name, the profile is actually Liberty in a headdress, intended to symbolize America's heritage and independence during a period of national expansion.

Estimated value

$1.00 to $5.00 (Circulated condition). Higher grades or uncirculated specimens can be worth considerably more.

Care & preservation

Store in a PVC-free coin flip or capsule to prevent environmental damage. Do not clean the coin with chemicals or abrasives, as this significantly reduces its numismatic value. Handle by the edges only.

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