1867 1C, RB PR(PCGS#2289)

Spring 2025 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2135

Grade

PR66+RB

Price

4,080

Lot Description

The Mint employed only a single die pair to produce approximately 625 Proof Indian cents in 1867. On the obverse, a thin die scratch from the second diamond on the ribbon extends into Liberty's neck and there is a tiny die chip in the hair above Liberty's ear. The reverse is the same as that used to strike Proof 1865 Snow-PR1 and all Proof 1866 cents; in this marriage it has a tiny die file mark from the denticles at 6 o'clock that was likely imparted when Mint employees repolished the die after its use in 1866. Like all early Proof bronze Indian cent issues, the 1867 is exceedingly rare in premium Gem condition, especially with the amount of vivid rose-orange mint color retained here. Outstanding, and the single finest graded by PCGS, with no equals! An important opportunity for anyone seeking the very best in this series.