Up for sale is an authentic 1859 Indian Head Cent, the key one-year type featuring the Laurel Wreath reverse design without a top shield.

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This coin features a unique vertical sequence of incuse surface pits/indents running between the E in ONE and the T in CENT. Struck in the original 88% copper / 12% nickel alloy composition with clean, even chocolate color across both fields and solid VF/EF detail along the feather tips and reverse wreath.

​Specifications:

Year: 1859

Denomination: 1 Cent (Penny)

Composition: 88% Copper, 12% Nickel

Design Type: One-Year Laurel Wreath Reverse (No Shield)

Grade: Very Fine / Extra Fine

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Ships securely in a rigid bubble mailer via USPS.