Description:
The 1867/67 Indian Head Cent, attributed as FS-301 (doubled die obverse), is certified by NGC as F15. This rare and dramatic variety shows clear doubling of the date and is among the most desirable die varieties in the Indian Head cent series. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint shortly after the Civil War, this coin represents a blend of historic significance and collector demand. With even wear and strong detail for the grade, it is a solid certified example of a scarce variety that is difficult to locate in any condition.
Specifications:
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Denomination: One Cent (1¢)
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Year of Issue: 1867
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Mint: Philadelphia (no mintmark)
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Designer: James Barton Longacre
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Series: Indian Head Cent (1859–1909)
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Variety: FS-301 (1867/67 Doubled Die)
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Composition: Bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc)
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Diameter: 19 mm
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Weight: 3.11 grams
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Grade: F15
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Certification: NGC
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Holder: NGC-certified slab
Highlights:
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Certified F15 by NGC
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Rare 1867/67 doubled die obverse, FS-301 attribution
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Early Civil War–era Indian Head cent
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Designed by James Barton Longacre, Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint
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Obverse: Liberty with feathered headdress, doubled 1867 date visible
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Reverse: Laurel wreath surrounding denomination “ONE CENT”
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Historic small denomination copper coin
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Popular variety with Indian Head cent specialists
Historical Note:
The 1867/67 doubled die (FS-301) is one of the most famous varieties of the Indian Head cent series. Created when the date was hubbed twice into the working die, the error resulted in a bold and unmistakable doubled date. Collectors prize this variety as one of the key diagnostics of 19th-century minting practices. Certified examples remain scarce, especially in problem-free mid-grades like this F15, making it an important acquisition for Indian Head variety and error collectors.
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