1895 Indian Head Cent / IHC (Possible Proof) W/ Strong Obverse Clash As Well As Reverse Clash

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hoppyg Valued Member United States 89 Posts	Posted 10/01/2016 02:17 am Hey all. I picked up this cent just a few days ago. This was part of a larger lot and I just now had a chance to examine the coin. I believe the coin is a proof. The coin has a very strong strike, sharpe edges, clean mirrored fields, and a thick square rim. What is really cool with the coin is the die clashes on both the obverse and reverse. The obverse clash is very strong and easily recognized, the reverse is much lighter, but at the right angle the indian face is clearly visible running through the O in one and the C in cent. I am fairly new to collecting Indian cents, and I would like your alls opinion on the rarity of the coin. I did some research and have not found any info in regards to IHC proof clashes. I tried to take the best photos I can to illustrate what I am seeing with the coin in hand. Any and all input will be greatly appreciated. Edited by hoppyg 10/01/2016 02:45 am Report this Post to the Staff

coinlover1899 Pillar of the Community United States 3058 Posts	Posted 10/01/2016 11:44 am All I can say now (because I don't know to much about IHC) is...those are awesome pictures! Excellent die clash! Report this Post to the Staff
Dustin6 Pillar of the Community United States 3516 Posts	Posted 10/01/2016 4:01 pm Not sure about proof, but defenetely great clash! Report this Post to the Staff
TypeCoin971793 Pillar of the Community United States 6370 Posts	Posted 10/01/2016 4:31 pm My gut says not a proof. I have a business-strike IHC in similar condition with semi-PL fields, but I know it is not a proof. Report this Post to the Staff
Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 10/01/2016 4:49 pm I do not believe this is a proof either. Report this Post to the Staff
hoppyg Valued Member United States 89 Posts	Posted 10/01/2016 4:57 pm Thanks all, I was on the fence about the proof, and I after the feedback, I think the coin is just very well struck. Report this Post to the Staff
acloco Pillar of the Community United States 3540 Posts	Posted 10/01/2016 8:00 pm WOW! Just....WOW! Great coin. Definitely a keeper. May struck with a prepared for proof planchet? Report this Post to the Staff
coop Bedrock of the Community United States 62064 Posts	Posted 10/01/2016 10:55 pm Edited by coop 10/01/2016 11:27 pm Report this Post to the Staff
hoppyg Valued Member United States 89 Posts	Posted 10/02/2016 06:54 am Thanks Coop! That overlay is awesome! Report this Post to the Staff
John1 Moderator United States 56855 Posts	Posted 10/02/2016 07:37 am I also don't think it's a proof. It is a strong strike. John 1 Report this Post to the Staff
coop Bedrock of the Community United States 62064 Posts	Posted 10/02/2016 3:08 pm I agree. The proof cents seem to tone more: http://www.PCGScoinfacts.com/CoinIm....aspx?s=2372 http://www.PCGScoinfacts.com/CoinIm....aspx?s=2373 http://www.PCGScoinfacts.com/CoinIm...aspx?s=82374 http://www.PCGScoinfacts.com/CoinIm....aspx?s=2374 You have a great die clash example, it is just not a proof coin. IMOHO Here is a side by side of the clash areas with arrows. That is even a better comparison: Report this Post to the Staff
hoppyg Valued Member United States 89 Posts	Posted 10/02/2016 3:11 pm Thanks Coop! I learn so much from your knowledge and illustrations. You go the extra mile to educate your fellow forum members, it's really appreciated! Report this Post to the Staff
coloradobryan New Member United States 19 Posts	Posted 10/02/2016 3:56 pm Does someone have the Snow book? You would think this clash would be listed. Report this Post to the Staff
Conder101 Bedrock of the Community United States 17884 Posts	Posted 10/02/2016 8:28 pm Definitely not a proof and I suspect a Bay Area EDM counterfeit. Report this Post to the Staff
paralyse Bedrock of the Community United States 12057 Posts	Posted 10/02/2016 9:23 pm Conder is on to something. This thread caught my eye as two-sided clashed dies on IHC are almost unheard of except when caused by MAD or OCC. I have doubts about the authenticity of the coin. I would recommend professional evaluation and certification; Rick Snow would be my first "go-to" point of contact. Member ANA - EAC - TNA - SSDC - CCT #890 "Most of the things worth doing in the world had been declared impossible before they were done." -- Louis D. Brandeis Edited by paralyse 10/03/2016 01:08 am Report this Post to the Staff
hoppyg Valued Member United States 89 Posts	Posted 10/02/2016 10:57 pm Hey all, I am out on a date right now. I am headed home. I have a scale and another 95 I can take a side by side shot of. I pickes the coin up from a local Indianapolis coin shop with a strong reputation. Anyway, if anyone has a way to tell if it is a counterfeit please let me know. Yhanks for the help. Report this Post to the Staff
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1895 IHC (Possible Proof) W/ Strong Obverse Clash As Well As Reverse Clash