 1877 Very Choice Brilliant Proof. Red and Brown. A minor bit of verdigris at the 6:00 position on the obverse, another trace within the shield. Bright and reflective for this issue, with minor fading in the color at the top of the obverse. A mere 510 pieces were struck in Proof for the year. This fact is important as the regular issue mintage fell to below 1 million pieces, creating one of the key dates to the Indian Cent series, thus keeping great pressure on Proofs from date collectors. There is a tiny speck on Liberty's cheek as well. An impressive example of this coveted coin.
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