1859 Indian Head Cent

The 1859 Indian Head Cent was struck at the Philadelphia Mint in 1859 and is part of the Indian Head Cent series.

Specifications

 * Designer: James B. Longacre
 * Obverse Design: Lady Liberty
 * Reverse Design: Wreath w/ Shield
 * Edge: Plain
 * Weight: 72 grains (4.67 grams)
 * Diameter: 19 millimeters
 * Composition: Copper (88%)-Nickel (12%) (1859-1864)
 * Date Minted: 1859
 * Mintage: 36,400,000