1863 Indian Head Cent - G DetailsOwn a genuine piece of Civil War era American history with this 1863 Indian Head Cent. Struck during one of the most significant periods in U. S. history, this coin circulated while the nation was deeply divided by the Civil War. Designed by James B. Longacre, the Indian Head Cent features Liberty wearing a Native American headdress on the obverse and an oak wreath with shield on the reverse. The 1863 issue was struck in the copper nickel composition

which features a large "V" on the reverse

and parts of the legend still visible but lacking fine details

though many finer details are worn smooth

it still holds appeal for collectors filling low-grade type sets

Morgan’s iconic Liberty design and a heraldic eagle reverse

graded G (Good)

with the details of Liberty and the reverse design of the eagle being faint but still visible

are still clearly visible

with no visible signs of wear

it retains strong detail in the feathers and wreath

As a recognized die variety

This grade reflects strong luster and detail on the coin’s design