1859 Indian Head Cent Coin - Historical Design & Details #3799400 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white line illustration depicts both sides of the 1859 Indian Head Cent, the inaugural year of the series designed by James B. Longacre. The obverse features a left-facing profile of Liberty adorned with a feathered Native American headdress inscribed “LIBERTY,” surrounded by “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and the date “1859.” The reverse showcases “ONE CENT” centered within a detailed laurel wreath tied at the bottom with a ribbon bow, all enclosed by a beaded border.

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