1884 1C PR67 Red and Brown NGC. Despite a mintage of 3,942 pieces and a moderately high survival rate, the proof 1884 Indian cent is a condition rarity at the Superb Gem grade level regardless of color designation. This representative exhibits crisply struck devices and moderately reflective fields, while each side boasts rich orange-gold, burgundy, and pale olive hues. Census: 12 in 67 Red and Brown, 0 finer (9/14). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $1178.53. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1884 1C PR67 Red and Brown NGC. Despite a mintage of 3,942 pieces and a moderately high survival rate, the proof 1884 Indian cent is a condition rarity at the Superb Gem grade level regardless of color designation. This representative exhibits crisply struck devices and moderately reflective fields, while each side boasts rich orange-gold, burgundy, and pale olive hues. Census: 12 in 67 Red and Brown, 0 finer (9/14). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $1178.53. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1883 1C PR63 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. From the largest Indian Head cent proof mintage, this piece represents good value as a potential type representative. It is also a high-end specimen for the PR63 Red and Brown assessment. Razor-sharp strike definition combines with excellent surface preservation on both sides. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $2.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $223.25. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1883 1C PR64 Brown NGC. Snow-PR1. Minor repunching is evident on the top of the 3 in the date; Snow indicates that it is actually a defective die punch. A well-struck piece with good eye appeal and slightly variegated toning. A shallow vertical line resides on Liberty's cheek. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $223.25. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1883 1C PR63 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. From the largest Indian Head cent proof mintage, this piece represents good value as a potential type representative. It is also a high-end specimen for the PR63 Red and Brown assessment. Razor-sharp strike definition combines with excellent surface preservation on both sides. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $2.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $223.25. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1883 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This Gem proof is somewhat deeply toned with chocolate-brown coloration evident, along with bright pink-red and lavender-brown highlights. This remarkably preserved specimen shows no flyspecks, handling marks or other surface flaws. Relatively few examples from this high-mintage issue have attained the PR65 grade level. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $2.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $411.25. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1883 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This Gem proof is somewhat deeply toned with chocolate-brown coloration evident, along with bright pink-red and lavender-brown highlights. This remarkably preserved specimen shows no flyspecks, handling marks or other surface flaws. Relatively few examples from this high-mintage issue have attained the PR65 grade level. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $2.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $411.25. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1883 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. An impressive piece for the grade, it still retains a great deal of mint-red toning on each side. Sharply struck and free of carbon specks or contact marks. From the most numerous proof mintage of the Indian cent series, at 6,609 coins. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $2.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $340.75. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1883 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. An impressive piece for the grade, it still retains a great deal of mint-red toning on each side. Sharply struck and free of carbon specks or contact marks. From the most numerous proof mintage of the Indian cent series, at 6,609 coins. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $2.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $340.75. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1883 1C PR64 Brown NGC. Snow-PR1. Minor repunching is evident on the top of the 3 in the date; Snow indicates that it is actually a defective die punch. A well-struck piece with good eye appeal and slightly variegated toning. A shallow vertical line resides on Liberty's cheek. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $223.25. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.