1869 Indian Head Cent G4 BN NGC Brown Label

The 1869 Indian Head Cent is an early issue in the popular small cent series designed by James B. Longacre. Struck in bronze, the coin weighs 3.11 grams with a diameter of 19mm. The obverse features Liberty wearing a Native American headdress, while the reverse displays an oak wreath encircling the denomination “ONE CENT.” This example is certified G4 BN by NGC, showing clear outlines of the major devices despite heavy circulation wear.

1869 Indian Head Cent G4 BN NGC

As part of the pre-1870 issues, the 1869 Indian Head Cent holds strong collector interest due to its relative scarcity in any certified grade. With its combination of history, early date appeal, and third-party authentication, this piece is a solid addition to any U.S. cent collection.