1862 Proof
| Weight | 4.67 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Strike | Proof |
| Mintage | 550 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 88% Copper, 12% Nickel |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | James B. Longacre |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-315 |
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The 1862 proof Indian Head cent was produced in a mintage of approximately 550 proofs. The lower figure compared to 1860 and 1861 may reflect wartime disruptions to the collector market, mail delivery, or simply lower demand in a year of national crisis. The proof retains the copper-nickel composition and shows the full Oak Wreath reverse in sharp relief.
Surviving 1862 proofs appear at auction with regularity. The copper-nickel alloy ages well in proof format, retaining its bright, reflective surface more reliably than bronze proofs, which tend to develop spots and toning over time. A well-preserved 1862 proof with original surfaces is a handsome coin that shows the Indian Head design at its best.
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| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — | — |
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