1888 1C, RD PR(PCGS#2353)

May 2019 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

74

Grade

PR65RD

Price

2,400

Lot Description

1888 Indian Cent. Snow-PR3. Proof-65 RD (PCGS). Vivid deep orange surfaces with splashes of pale rose scattered about. Both sides are smooth and inviting, the strike is full, and the eye appeal is expectably strong for the assigned grade. At 4,582 coins produced the 1888 boasts one of the highest mintages in the Proof Indian cent series, a total achieved in response to speculation in minor Proof coinage among contemporary dealers. Although plentiful in an absolute sense, survivors are rare at the full Red Gem level of preservation represented here. PCGS Population: 8; 3 finer in this category (all Proof-66 RD). PCGS# 2353. NGC ID: 22AA. Click here for certification details from PCGS.