1886 Indian Cent. Type I Obverse. Snow-PR2. Repunched Date. Proof-66 RD (PCGS). CAC.Truly a gorgeous coin, both sides glow with vivid bright golden-orange color. It is highly reflective, fully struck and expertly preserved, creating a lovely impression in all regards. From a total mintage of 4,290 Proofs for the 1886 cent, Rick Snow (2014) estimates that 2,540 coins were from the Type I Obverse hub, as here. Interestingly, three of the four known die marriages are Repunched Dates, Snow-PR2 with light repunching within the lower loop of the digit 6. Given that full Red coins are in the minority among Proof 1886 Type I Obverse cents, this is a significant offering for advanced collectors.From the ESM Collection.
