1879 Indian Cent (1c)

The 1879 Indian Head Cent boasted a solid mintage of over 16 million pieces, making it one of the more common dates in the series. However, finding examples that have retained their original mint red color - or even a good mix of red and brown - becomes significantly more challenging as most have long since toned to full brown.

This PCGS MS65RB gem showcases exactly why the Red-Brown designation can be so appealing. The surfaces display gorgeous original mint luster with a beautiful blend of orange-red and brown tones that create exceptional eye appeal. The strike is sharp throughout, and the fields show minimal contact marks - just what you'd expect from a solid gem-grade example. Clean, lustrous, and undeniably attractive, this coin represents an excellent opportunity to add a high-quality example to your Indian Head collection.