1883 Indian Cent. MS-66 RD (PCGS).

Vivid pinkish-rose surfaces with a blush of pale steel-lilac at the base of the wreath on the reverse. Both sides are sharply struck, highly lustrous and exceptionally well preserved. Production of Indian cents hit its stride in the 1880s, as attested by the over 45 million coins produced in 1883. These coins promptly entered circulation and served the economic needs of the nation for decades. 1883 Indian cents are very common in circulated grades and are even readily available uncirculated. However, most Mint State examples are found just shy of the Gem level, above which this otherwise abundant issue becomes conditionally scarce. Only a few dozen pieces have been certified above MS-65, and these are eagerly sought by advanced collectors specializing in this perennially popular small cent series.

PCGS# 2147. NGC ID: 228A.

PCGS Population: 34; 10 finer in this category (MS-67+ RD finest).

Estimate: $ 2000