The mintage for the 1901 Indian Cent is 1,985 coins struck. Brown pieces are common along with red-brown with the finest gems being scarce. Full red gems are also scarce with the finest ones being very rare. Any grade with a cameo is scarce, at a minimum, with high Mint State grades being rare. Look for attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces. They are the extremely desirable and not too hard to find.