{"product_id":"1905-indian-head-cent-pcgs-vg08-bn-classic-early-20th-century-u-s-copper-coin","title":"1905 Indian Head Cent – PCGS VG08 BN | Classic Early 20th Century U.S. Copper Coin","description":"\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height,0px))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:2828e3cf-7c9c-4cb6-8144-103e50e7ed9f-9\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-20\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"d0210731-6d08-406d-b470-148374dac107\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eAdd a timeless piece of American numismatic history to your collection with this \u003cstrong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"232\"\u003e1905 Indian Head Cent\u003c\/strong\u003e, a beloved coin from one of the most iconic small cent series in U.S. history. Designed by James B. Longacre, the Indian Head Cent was minted from 1859 to 1909 and remains a favorite among collectors for its historic charm and distinctive design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eGraded \u003cstrong data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"518\"\u003eVG08 BN (Very Good, Brown)\u003c\/strong\u003e by PCGS, this coin shows clear circulation wear consistent with its grade, yet still retains \u003cstrong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"648\"\u003estrong, readable design elements\u003c\/strong\u003e, including a visible date and recognizable portrait of Liberty in a Native American headdress. The rich brown coloration (BN) reflects natural aging of the copper over more than a century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"910\"\u003e1905 issue comes from the later years of the Indian Head series\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an accessible yet historically meaningful piece. While not considered a key date, coins from this era continue to gain popularity due to their age, classic design, and connection to pre-20th-century America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eThis coin is perfect for collectors seeking an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eaffordable vintage U.S. coin with strong historical appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e, whether you’re building a type set or expanding an Indian Head Cent collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1whqe28\" data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1905\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ynx314\" data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Cent (Indian Head Cent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mhagit\" data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCGS VG08 BN (Very Good, Brown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lnkjlu\" data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a3brjo\" data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e James B. Longacre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zhxoxp\" data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eHistoric Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late-era Indian Head Cent from the early 1900s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xlkxh3\" data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Common date, widely collected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pxhdp1\" data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eCondition Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even wear with clear date and major design elements visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"41z21o\" data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown (BN) – natural aged copper surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"145l5ei\" data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eCollector Appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal entry-level collectible with strong historical character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hzd3dw\" data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003eInvestment Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Affordable vintage coin with steady collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2172\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003e1905 Indian Head Cent in PCGS VG08 BN\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003egreat balance of history, affordability, and classic design\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a perfect addition to any U.S. coin collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Coin Hub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47498034970787,"sku":"1224131","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0095\/7603\/files\/1905-Indian-Head-Cent-PCGS-VG08-BN-Classic-Early-20th-Century-U-S-Copper-Coin-Heritage-Pastime-2313.jpg?v=1776706939","url":"https:\/\/coinhubstore.com\/products\/1905-indian-head-cent-pcgs-vg08-bn-classic-early-20th-century-u-s-copper-coin","provider":"Heritage Pastime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}