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1879 1C MS66 Red PCGS

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1879 1C MS66 Red PCGS
<B>1879 1C MS66 Red PCGS.</B></I> Richard Snow (2006) says of the 1879 cent, with a mintage of 16,228,000 business strikes, that it "...is the first of the semi-common dates in the series. Examples are widely available in all grades...." Only about 100 pieces in MS65 and finer with the Red designation, however, have been certified by PCGS and NGC, and considerably fewer approach the level of the current coin. This Premium Gem displays beautiful copper-gold surfaces that radiate intense luster. The design features are well struck, with nice definition on all four diamonds; only the right side of the second diamond from the top reveals minor softness. Both sides are devoid of mentionable contact marks or spots. Population: 14 in 66, 2 finer (7/07).<I><BR>From The Santa Fe Collection.</B></I><BR><BR><B>Coin Engraver:</B> James B. Longacre<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coins & Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>\)