1868 1C, RD MS(PCGS#2093)

February 2026 Showcase Auction - The James A. Stack, Sr. Collection Part II

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

25094

Grade

MS65RD

Price

3,480

Lot Description

Wisps of reddish-arose iridescence blend with light orange color on both sides of this wonderfully original Gem. Razor sharp strike detail and lively satin luster are also praiseworthy attributes. The 1868 is a lower mintage issue among circulation strike Indian cents with 10,266,500 coins struck. Many Mint State examples were destroyed during the recoinage of the 1870s, which saw the Mint redeem and melt large quantities of bronze cents dated 1864 to 1873. Among the survivors, problem free examples with superior technical quality and strong eye appeal are challenging to find, regardless of grade. This is one of the loveliest examples that we have handled in recent sales and will be just right for an advanced Indian cent set.