Description:
The 1894/1894 Indian Head Cent, attributed as FS-301 (repunched date), is certified by NGC with Good Details. This scarce variety displays a bold repunching of the date, making it one of the more notable 1890s varieties in the Indian Head series. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint during the late 19th century, this coin combines affordability with variety appeal. While graded Details, it remains a collectible certified piece for variety specialists and Indian Head cent enthusiasts alike.
Specifications:
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Denomination: One Cent (1¢)
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Year of Issue: 1894
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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 (Repunched Date)
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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: NGC Good Details
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Certification: NGC
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Holder: NGC-certified slab
Highlights:
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Certified by NGC with Good Details
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1894/1894 FS-301 repunched date variety
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Part of the long-running Indian Head Cent series (1859–1909)
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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, bold repunched date visible
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Reverse: Laurel wreath surrounding denomination “ONE CENT”
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Affordable certified example of a scarce late 19th-century variety
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Popular with Indian Head cent collectors and variety specialists
Historical Note:
The 1894/1894 FS-301 repunched date variety illustrates the challenges of die preparation at the U.S. Mint in the late 19th century. A working die received more than one date punch, leaving noticeable doubling visible to collectors even today. Though often overlooked compared to earlier Civil War–era issues, repunched date varieties from the 1890s have gained steady collector interest. This certified example offers an opportunity to own a recognized Red Book variety at an accessible price point.
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