Indian Head Cent Coins
The Indian Head cent (1859–1909) bridges the small-cent era; the 1877 is its premier key date.
- Years:
- 1877–1877
- Denominations:
- 1¢
- Designer:
- James B. Longacre
- In catalog:
- 1
Indian Head Cent coins in the catalog
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