 1863 Indian Cent Pattern. Regular Dies Metallurgical Trial in Bronze. Judd 299. Plain Edge, Thin Planchet (48.5 grains). Medal Turn. Gem Brilliant Proof, but for a solitary carbon spot in Indian's headdress. Richly glowing amber and rose-red surfaces exhibit a charming ''woodgrain'' effect and boast more original mint color than normally encountered on this variety. Fields are wonderfully mirrored, surrounding powerfully impressed central devices and legends. The Bronze 1863 Indian Cents are another avidly collected ''Transitional'' issue showcasing the Indian Cent as it would look after its metamorphosis into the new Bronze composition the following year.
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