Grading 1872 Indian Head Cents

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Hi, I acquired a group of Indian Head cents recently. Mostly f to AU. One coin is the 1872, a better date.

Is the word "Liberty" on the headband the best way to indicate amount of wear, or is it the Liberty, feathers and reverse combined on this issue? The reason I ask is that this coin has a price jump from VG to F and the strike looks kinda weak.

Thanks!!

rhedden

PCGS seems to grade Indians by overall detail, and not rely upon the word LIBERTY. The old ANA grading standard was based on the letters in LIBERTY visible, which is only one indicator of grade. I see F12 and VF20 coins in PCGS holders all the time that don't meet that standard due to striking variations between dates. However, they really are F12 or VF20 coins based on overall details. So I would say to look at detail on both sides and make your judgment.

lasvegasteddy

pcgs photo grade.....can be your friend

myself i always look at what's already in holders or pro images to get a feel for grade

search out several 1872 ihc's in those grades to get a feel...

Walkerguy21D

<< <i>myself i always look at what's already in holders or pro images to get a feel for grade

search out several 1872 ihc's in those grades to get a feel >>


What lasvegasteddy said....you may be surprised at what some of the key date circ Indian cents holder at - but selling them
for say full VF money with a partial LIBERTY may be a little difficult, regardless what the holder says.

Lakesammman

Eagle Eye's website offers some advice as well.

Coin Finder

Thanks!! All who responded!