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Up for bid is a 1908 Indian Head Bronze One Cent Full Liberty, I believe the photo's (Obverse and Reverse) are to a level that you can make your own judgement as to the condition. Each coin comes in a 2" x 2" flip card. Please review the photo's and ask questions if you have any. As always thanks for reviewing.
1859 – 1909 The Indian Head Cent was designed by James Barton Longacre and minted from 1859 through 1909. They were produced at the Philadelphia Mint for the duration and by the San Francisco Mint in 1908 and 1909. The obverse of this coin features Lady Liberty wearing a feathered bonnet. Though this coin is commonly called the Indian Head Cent, or the Indian Head Penny, it is not a Native American that appears on the obverse. It has the words, “United States of America” along with the date around the rim and the word “Liberty” on the headband. The reverse side of this coin shows “ONE CENT” surrounded by a laurel wreath. In 1860 this design was modified with the laurel wreath becoming an oak wreath. Three arrows were added, entwined with the ribbon and a shield was placed at the top between the wreaths. The Indian Head Cent was minted with 88% copper and 12% nickel, which was actually required by the law at the time. In 1864 the weight of the coin was dropped from 72 grains to 48 grains. The metal content of the coin was changed to 95% copper and 5% zinc and tin. The area of the coin that is most subject to wear is the bonnet and especially the headband. The word “Liberty” is usually worn completely away in well circulated examples.
Perfect Uncirculated (MS-70). Is in perfect new condition, showing no trace of wear. The finest quality possible, with no evidence of scratches, handling or contact with other coins. Very few regular issue coins are ever found in this condition. Choice Uncirculated (MS-65). Is above average, may be brilliant or lightly toned, with very few contact marks on the surface or rim. MS-67 through MS-62 indicate slightly higher or lower grades of preservation. Uncirculated (MS-60). Has no trace of wear but may show a number of contact marks, and surface may be spotted or lack some luster. Choice About Uncirculated (AU-55). Shows the barest evidence of light wear on only the highest points of the design. Most of the mint luster remains. About Uncirculated (AU-50). Has traces of light wear on many of the high points. At least half of the Mint luster is still present. Choice Extremely Fine (EF-45). Shows light overall wear on highest points. All design details are very sharp. Some of the Mint luster is evident. Extremely Fine (EF-40). Is lightly worn throughout the design, but all features are sharp and well defined. Traces of luster may show. Choice Very Fine (VF-30). Has light even wear on the surface and highest parts of the design. All lettering and major features are sharp. Very Fine (VF-20). Shows a moderate amount of wear on the high points of the coin's design. All major details are clear. Fine (F-12). Shows moderate to considerable even wear throughout. Entire design is bold with an overall pleasing appearance. Very Good (VG-8). Is well worn with main features clear and bold although rather flat. Good (G-4). Is heavily worn with the design visible but faint in areas. Many details are flat. Common coins in "Good" condition are not particularly desirable pieces for collectors. Rare or valuable coins in this condition, however, are often saved when no others are available. About Good (AG-3). Is very heavily worn with portions of lettering date and legend worn smooth. The date may be barely readable. Uncirculated The term "uncirculated" may have three different meanings when applied to a coin. First, it can refer to the particular manufacturing process by which a coin is made. Second, it can be used as a grade when referring to a coin's degree of preservation and quality of the strike. Or third, "uncirculated" can point to the fact that a coin has not been used in everyday commerce. |
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