1867 1C Indian Cent CACG MS65RD For Sale

1867 1C Indian Cent CACG MS65RD PCGS #2088 Grading ServiceCACG GradeMS65 Mint LocationPhiladelphia Year1867 DesignationRD StrikeBusiness Grade Add On 1867 1C Indian Cent CACG MS65RD SKU: 131335164

A blazing Gem from the Reconstruction era, this 1867 Indian Head Cent has been certified MS-65 RD by CACG—an elite grade paired with the coveted full Red designation. Brilliant, original mint color floods both sides with fiery orange-red luster and subtle golden undertones, accenting sharply rendered details in Liberty’s feathered headdress and the oak wreath with shield. For collectors seeking top-tier eye appeal and long-term desirability, Gem Red examples from the 1860s are especially and Type: 1867 Indian Head Cent (Philadelphia, no mintmark)

Grade: MS-65 RD (CACG) — Gem quality with full Red color

Luster and Color: Vivid, uniform mint red with attractive orange-crimson glow; strong cartwheel effect

Strike and Detail: Crisp feather tips, bold LIBERTY in the headband, and well-defined wreath and shield

Design and History: Classic James B. Longacre design, struck just after the Civil War; a cornerstone of 19th-century U.S. small cents

Composition and Specs: Bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc), 19 mm, approx. 3.11 g, plain edge

Collectability: Sought after for type sets and date runs; Gem Red examples from this decade are notably challenging and command premiums

Why this coin:

Exceptional color and eye appeal that stand out in any high-end Indian Head Cent collection

Strong historical resonance from an important transitional period in American coinage and national history

Certified at a level that balances rarity, beauty, and long-term market confidence

Add this premium 1867 Indian Head Cent to your collection for its radiant Red luster, sharp detail, and enduring historical significance.