1909 S(San Francisco) Indian Head Cent (Very Good)VG10 PCGS(Professional Coin Grading Service)

Designed by James B. Longacre, the Indian Head Cent is celebrated for its intricate details and historical significance. VG-10: Considerable wear has flattened most of the fine detail. Most lettering remains readable.

1909 S Indian Head Cent VG10 PCGS

The "Indian Head" design first issued in 1859 is actually a representation of Liberty wearing an Indian headdress, not an actual Native American. This was changed after one year to the oak wreath with a small shield. Coins of 1859 and early 1860 show a pointed bust. Those made from late 1860 until 1864 have a more rounded bust. Prior to the issuance of nickel five-cent pieces in 1866, these coins were popularly referred to as nickels or nicks. Later they were called white cents.