1908 MPD FS-301 NGC MS65 RB CAC

1908 MPD 1C Indian Head Cent FS-301
NGC MS65 Red-Brown
A Dramatic Misplaced Date in Gem Condition

This 1908 Indian Head cent is far more than a typical late-date example—it's a bold variety with a fascinating blunder: a Misplaced Date (MPD) error, designated FS-301 in the Cherrypickers’ Guide. Look closely beneath the bust and you'll find the distinctive trace of a misplaced “1” from the date, punched well outside its intended position. This vivid anomaly offers a window into the Mint’s hand-punching era—just before full mechanization.

Graded MS65 Red-Brown by NGC, this example glows with rich coppery luster and exceptional eye appeal. The strike is crisp, the fields are clean, and the overall preservation is superb for the issue.

Fewer than two dozen examples have been certified by NGC or PCGS in Mint State, and this MS65 is among the finest known. High-grade FS-301s are seldom seen on the market, and Red-Brown gems like this are especially elusive and enhanced with a CAC sticker, this coin ranks among just a few CAC-approved specimens, placing it at the peak of collectibility among FS‑301 survivors.

A must-have for advanced variety collectors or anyone building a high-end Indian Head cent set. Recognized by both major grading services and listed in the Cherrypickers' Guide, this coin offers true collector cachet and long-term value.

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