Indian Head Penny

© Lou Lazerson

 Indian Head Penny

Uploaded: December 28, 2011

Description

The Indian Head penny was produced by the Philadelphia Mint from 1859 to 1907; and from 1908-09 at the San Francisco Mint.
It was designed by James Barton Longacre.
Aperture Priority, f8 @ 1/80,ISO 12800;
Exposure Compensation: -1/3.
Canon Macro EF100mm f2.8L @ 100mm.
Category: Details & Macro (12/28/2011)

Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/80 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 12800, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 100.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 60D

Comments

Michelle Alton December 29, 2011

What a gorgeous coin, and a beautifully executed image. ISO 12800? Oh my GOODNESS! #1433009

Lou Lazerson December 29, 2011

Michelle,

Thanks for your positive comment on
coin image. Living in Philadelphia,
I imagine you have been to the mint
a few times.

Have a joyful & creative New Year!
Lou #9891863


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