coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1c \ Indian Cents \ 1861 \ Philadelphia
Indian Cents are a type of coin produced by the United States Mint between 1859 and 1909, featuring a design that showcases an indigenous American headdress on the obverse. The 1861 Indian Cent was minted in Philadelphia and is notable for its copper composition, weighing 3.11 grams and having a diameter of 19 millimeters. Collectors value these coins for their historical significance and the variations found in different years of issue. The 1861 edition, along with others from the series, is sought after due to its age, design, and the continuing popularity of the Indian Cent among numismatists.
