1899 Indian Cent. MS-66+ RD (PCGS).Blazing with a rich, sunset orange-red hue, the astonishing appearance presented by this piece is absolutely spectacular. There is a brighter, brassy color at the center that becomes deeper and more vibrant farther outward. A bumpy satin texture runs uninterrupted in the fields, making luster spin off the coin from every angle. Even the most picky collector will appreciate the impeccable detail evident from such a razor sharp strike. Truly amazing!The 1899 is the first in a run of high mintage Indian cents that would continue through the series end in 1909. Although a sizable mintage of 53,598,000 pieces plays a part here, it is the discovery of several original Uncirculated rolls over the years that has made the 1899 one of the two most readily obtainable Indian cents in Mint State (the other issue is the final year 1909). Even so, few survivors can match, let alone surpass, the present near Superb Gem in terms of technical quality and eye appeal. A condition rarity par excellence that would make an impressive addition to the finest type or date set.
