1889 Indian Cent. MS-66 RD (PCGS). CAC.;This is an exquisite Gem 1889 Indian cent that displays satiny rose-red luster. This delightful coin is sharply struck and virtually pristine. With a substantial mintage of 48,866,025 pieces, the circulation strike 1889 Indian cent is hardly rare in an absolute sense. Indeed, circulated examples are quite available as are Mint State survivors in most grades. We stress the word <em>most</em> here since at the premium Gem full Red level, as here, the 1889 emerges as a significant condition rarity. On this coin, the color is more vivid and appealing than on the typical Mint State example enhancing the significance of this offering for advanced Indian cent enthusiasts.