1898 1C, RD MS(PCGS#2201)

Winter 2022 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6106

Grade

MS67RD

Price

4,800

Lot Description

1898 Indian Cent. MS-67 RD (PCGS). Virtually pristine golden-orange surfaces exhibit blushes of softer red on both sides. Fully frosted in finish with a razor sharp strike and outstanding preservation. Superb Gem Uncirculated examples from the mintage of 49,821,284 circulation strikes are rare, although the 1898 is readily available in lower grades. A find for the collector assembling a top flight Indian cent set. Provenance: From Heritage's sale of the Boulder City Collection, May 2022, lot 44077. PCGS Population: 14; 2 finer (both MS-67+ RD). PCGS# 2201. NGC ID: 228T. Click here for certification details from PCGS.