1905 Indian Head Cent

The 1905 Indian Head Cent is a classic piece of early 20th-century American coinage and a popular choice among collectors of historic U.S. cents. Designed by Chief Engraver James B. Longacre, the Indian Head Cent was minted from 1859 through 1909 and remains one of the most recognizable and collected small cents in U.S. history.

The obverse features the iconic Liberty head design wearing a Native American-style headdress, with the date displayed below. The reverse showcases a simple yet elegant wreath surrounding the denomination of “ONE CENT,” representing the craftsmanship and artistic style of the era. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, the 1905 issue carries no mint mark.

With over a century of history, the 1905 Indian Head Cent offers collectors an opportunity to own a tangible piece of the United States’ past. These coins are sought after by both beginning collectors building a date set and experienced numismatists appreciating classic American designs.

Specifications

• Year: 1905

• Mint: Philadelphia Mint (No Mint Mark)

• Denomination: One Cent

• Composition: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

• Weight: 3.11 grams

• Diameter: 19 mm

• Designer: James B. Longacre

  
  

Historical Significance

The Indian Head Cent was produced during a period of major change in the United States, spanning the Civil War, Reconstruction, industrial growth, and the transition into the modern 20th century. The 1905 issue represents the final years of this beloved coin series before it was replaced by the Lincoln Cent in 1909.

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