GTG: 1877 Indian Head Cent

Here is the final and rarest coin of the collection. It isn't in as great condition as the other two, but still a nice coin. Thanks for all the input.

 

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G6?

 

With the amount of detail on the feathers, I think it’s at least VG-F

 

It could be VG8. The "LIBERTY" is pretty weak, though.

 

It is a valuable reminder: what diagnostics do you look for to prove this coin is genuine? The 1877 is highly counterfeited (I'm not saying this one is - just asking for the diagnostics).

 

On 1877 Indian Head Cents, the bottom right of the N in ONE and the top left N in CENT is less prominent. I circled what to look for on the coin below. Hope this helps.

 

Yes, that is the one I am familiar with and I instantly noticed it on your coin. Are there any other easy diagnostics?

 

Should go VG, but I'm wondering if it was cleaned at one point. Looks a little bright.

 

I believe just that as well as missing details. Here is an article regarding 1877 IHC counterfeits.
https://coinweek.com/dealers-compan...terfeit-coin-detection-1877-indian-head-cent/

 

Yes. All 77s have a reverse die clash. Above the O in one.

 

My grade is VG-8 but I think it would grade as F-12. The TPGs would give it a F-15 but for the series of scars in the field to the left of Liberty's face, a prime focal area and a spot of what seems to be verdigris on the reverse at K5 on the rim.