1864-L 1C L On Ribbon Indian Cent PCGS (Rattler) MS65RB (PHOTO SEAL)

Gem Unc (14: 4,5,5) RB 95%. This is a beautiful example with very few marks and attractive surfaces. Old first generation holder from over 25 years ago. The With L design is an overall sharper design with a pointed bust, finer details and the tiny "L" on the lower ribbon. When the change from copper-nickel to bronze was decided, it was written that the design need not change. However, the redesign of the obverse was done anyway. Many leftover "No L" dies were also put into service striking bronze cents in 1864. This is why we have "With L" and "No L" designs this year. All Indian cents after 1864 have the new "With L" design.

Other years have slight design changes: 1859 (Shield and No Shield), 1860 (Pointed Bust and Rounded Bust), 1870 (Shallow N - Type of 1869 and Bold N - Type of 1870), 1871 (Shallow N and Bold N), 1872 (Shallow N and Bold N) and 1886 (Type 1 and Type 2).