{"product_id":"1863-indian-head-cent-pcgs-vf20-civil-war-era-certified-coin","title":"1863 Indian Head Cent – PCGS VF20 – Civil War Era Certified Coin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eAdd a true piece of American history to your collection with this 1863 Indian Head Cent, certified VF20 by PCGS. Struck during the height of the American Civil War, this coin represents a time when everyday currency played a critical role as precious metals disappeared from circulation and small cents became essential for commerce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eThe 1863 issue is part of the copper-nickel Indian Head series, known for its distinctive pale color and thicker planchet compared to later bronze issues. These coins were heavily circulated during the war years, making well-preserved examples like this increasingly desirable among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eGraded Very Fine 20 by PCGS, this coin displays strong mid-level detail, with clear definition in Liberty’s headdress and visible lettering throughout. The reverse wreath remains well outlined, showcasing the coin’s solid overall eye appeal for its age of over 160 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003eCertified Civil War-era coins continue to hold strong demand due to their historical importance, limited survival in collectible grades, and growing interest among numismatists. This example offers both authenticity and lasting value as part of any serious U.S. coin collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8ef2h5\" data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wfm9v5\" data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1863\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ynx314\" data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Cent (Indian Head Cent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l2g4gq\" data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper-Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cj6lyn\" data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCGS VF20 (Very Fine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ygq0ur\" data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authenticated and encapsulated by PCGS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9euw0l\" data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Issued during the American Civil War\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"181k3x\" data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liberty in Native American headdress (obverse), oak wreath with shield (reverse)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13laah3\" data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even wear with strong detail remaining in major design elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1544opc\" data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eRarity \u0026amp; Collectibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xw48ea\" data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eCivil War-era issue with strong collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v654q2\" data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eOver 160 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t6tcws\" data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eCertified example ensures authenticity and market confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kvvzy9\" data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eHighly collectible mid-grade coin with solid long-term value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Coin Hub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47507084116131,"sku":"12241323","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0095\/7603\/files\/1863-Indian-Head-Cent-PCGS-VF20-Civil-War-Era-Certified-Coin-Heritage-Pastime-708.jpg?v=1776706920","url":"https:\/\/coinhubstore.com\/products\/1863-indian-head-cent-pcgs-vf20-civil-war-era-certified-coin","provider":"Heritage Pastime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}