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PCGS Number: 37446
Coin Date: 1866
Denomination (Short): 1c
Denomination (Long): One Cent
Variety: Doubled Die Obverse
Variety 2: FS-101, S-1
Desg: MS
Composition: 95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
Mintage: 9,826,500
Strike Type: Business
Coinage Type: Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years: 1864-1909
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Diameter: 19
Weight (Grams): 3.11
Weight (Ounces): 0.11
Designer: James B. Longacre
Edge: Plain
Obverse Description: 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 Description: 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.
General Notes: The 1866 Indian Cent is a slightly better date in the Indian Cent Series; especially, in comparison to previous issues. It is even relatively difficult to acquire in circulated grades. When uncirculated, this date is definitely scarce with red gems, specifically, being very rare.
PCGS #: 37446
NGC ID: 227P