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1891
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Strike | Circulation strike |
| Mintage | 47,072,350 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | James B. Longacre |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-383 |
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The 1891 Indian Head cent was produced in approximately 47.1 million coins, maintaining the high production levels of the early 1890s. The coin is a common date, readily available in all grades. The early 1890s were prosperous years for much of America, though storm clouds were gathering: the Panic of 1893 was two years away, and the silver question was dividing the country politically.
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| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| G-4 | Good (G) | $2.50 | $2.50 |
| VG-8 | Very Good (VG) | $3 | $3.50 |
| F-12 | Fine (F) | $4 | $4.50 |
| VF-20 | Very Fine (VF) | $5.50 | $6.50 |
| EF-40 | Extremely Fine (EF) | $12.50 | $14.50 |
| AU-50 | About Uncirculated (AU) | $22 | $26 |
| MS-60 | Uncirculated (MS) | $48 | $55 |
| MS-63 | Choice Uncirculated (MS) | $85 | $90 |
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