1873 Indian Cent. Open 3. MS-65 RB (PCGS). CAC.This premium quality example possesses a virtually full Red obverse in vivid medium orange. The reverse is lightly toned in golden-brown, but ample luster persists on that side as well. The strike is sharp throughout and the smooth satin texture easily lives up to the Gem Mint State rating. Of the 11,676,500 circulation strike cents that the Mint made in 1873, numismatic scholars estimate that 9,000,000 were struck from dies displaying the Open 3 date logotype. Even so, the 1873 Open 3 is a conditionally challenging issue that is seldom offered with the quality and eye appeal represented here.From the Beasley Collection.
