Obverse

Reverse

One Cent ($0.01)

Indian Head Cent

United States of America · 1906

A copper-alloy cent featuring Liberty in a Native American feathered headdress on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse.

Country: United States of America
Year: 1906
Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

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Overview

A copper-alloy cent featuring Liberty in a Native American feathered headdress on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse.

Historical significance

Designed by James B. Longacre, the Indian Head Cent was the primary small cent of the Civil War era and the late 19th century, remaining in production until 1909.

Obverse (front)

Lady Liberty wearing a Native American feathered war bonnet; 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' around the perimeter and the date 1906 at the bottom.

Reverse (back)

'ONE CENT' within a wreath of oak leaves and acorns, with a small shield at the top of the wreath.

Estimated value

$1-$3 in Good/Fine condition; $15-$40 in About Uncirculated; $50+ in Mint State.

What drives this coin's value

Condition (presence of 'LIBERTY' on the headband), surface originalty, and eye appeal. High-grade specimens with original red luster are most valuable.

Grade assessment

Good (G) to Very Good (VG) - Significant wear is visible, the details of the headdress are indistinct, and the coin has a dark brown patina.

Mintage & rarity

96,020,530; Common date for the series.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check weight and diameter; look for clear, centered lettering. Most 1906 cents are authentic due to their high mintage, but thin or mushy details can indicate a cast counterfeit.

Notable varieties & errors

No major die varieties are widely recognized for 1906, though minor doubled dies may exist.

Similar coins

Flying Eagle Cents (earlier) and Lincoln Wheat Cents (later). Often confused with tokens from the same era.

Care & preservation

Do not clean or polish. Store in a PVC-free flip or archival-safe holder to prevent environmental damage and copper oxidation.

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Overview

Historical significance

Obverse (front)

Reverse (back)

Estimated value

What drives this coin's value

Grade assessment

Mintage & rarity

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Notable varieties & errors

Similar coins

Care & preservation

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