1872 Indian Head Penny Front
The US mint created more than 4 million of the 1872 Indian Head penny, but the quality had not been super consistent. That is why you are going to find it difficult to find those coins without imperfections. You should consider yourself very lucky if you happen to have these rare coins in your possession.
1872 Indian Head Penny Front
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1872 Indian Head Penny Back
Check out the coin in this photo. Not only was it in great condition, but we would even go as far as to say that it was made by a fresh die. That explains why it looks very sharp for an 1872 Indian Head penny. In August 2007, the specific coin was sold off for $126,500 during a Heritage Auctions event in Milwaukee.
1872 Indian Head Penny Back
