1872 1C, RB PR(PCGS#2304)

May 2019 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

43

Grade

PR66RB

Price

3,360

Lot Description

1872 Indian Cent. Snow-PR1, the only known dies. Proof-66 RB (PCGS). Far more Red than Brown, this predominantly deep orange specimen exhibits minimal iridescent copper toning. With a full strike and silky smooth surfaces, this is a premium quality Gem worthy of the strongest bids. From a mintage of approximately 950 Proofs, high grade survivors such as this are rare in their own right and enjoying heightened demand in today's market given the scarcity of the circulation strike 1872 cent in Gem Mint State. PCGS Population: 12; 2 finer in this category (both proof-66+ RB). PCGS# 2304. NGC ID: 229R. Click here for certification details from PCGS.