1861 Indian Head Cent, Variety 2, Copper-Nickel AU50

This early Indian Head cent is the second issue with "rounded bust" design. From the third year of the series. Obverse depicts Liberty with rounded bust in a Native American headdress. Reverse of coin features oak wreath and shield. Struck in copper-nickel, early Indian Head cents were often called nickels or nicks until 1866 and were later known as white cents. Act now - add this early Indian Head cent to your coin collection today!