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With 600 coins struck, the 1869 Indian Cent is a much better date in its proof series. Scarce up to gem PR65 at which point high-end gems, red pieces and those with cameo surfaces are very rare. Attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces are the most desirable and are not too difficult to come across.
Obverse Description
A portrait bearing the likeness of a Native American in full headdress framed by the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery. The date is centered at the bottom under the portrait.
Reverse Description
The reverse bears the denomination of ONE CENT in the center surrounded by a wreath bearing a ribbon with arrows tied in at the bottom center.
Catalog Information
GSID:
1515
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1869
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
ONE CENT
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1869
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
600
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2296
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Coin Value History
1869 1c PR RD
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1869 1c PR RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$10,000 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $7,500 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/138xxx/91d6d7df-cb4b-4987-aa83-e57f42cd6d6b.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $800 – $22,200
Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR CAM [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR CAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_j43x8-0.20200711170111970.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $2,500 – $65,000
Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR DCAM [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR DCAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/ha_com_1291_3973-0.20200718072427999.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $10,000 – $12,000
1859 1c PR
Worth: $800 – $22,200
Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1314_3069-0.20200626062033810.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $325 – $22,200
Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR CAM [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR CAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_j43ur-0.20200711165804274.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1,200 – $42,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR DCAM [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR DCAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_j43vp-0.20200711165508859.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $2,000 – $24,000
1860 1c PR
Worth: $480 – $26,400
1861 1c PR
Worth: $600 – $18,000
1862 1c PR
Worth: $400 – $22,200
1863 1c PR
Worth: $400 – $14,400
1864 1c Copper Nickel PR
Worth: $400 – $12,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR BN [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/legendauctions_hibid_com_lot_61849025-0.20200627042548350.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $100 – $5,500
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR RB [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_iavlw-0.20200712174109954.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $160 – $9,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR RD [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1883.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $220 – $25,000
1869 1C PR63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (1/38). NGC Census: (2/27). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 600....
$1,020
1869 1C PR64 Red PCGS. CAC. Ex: Richard. Each side maintains impressive Red color with minor accents of magenta and golden-...
$1,320
1869 Indian Cent. Proof-65 RD (PCGS). CAC.
$3,600
1869 1C PR66 Red NGC. Snow-PR2. ...
$4,320
1869 1C PR62 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1/41). NGC Census: (0/58). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC...
$632
1869 1C PR67 Red NGC. ...
$8,050
1869 1C PR63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (1/39). NGC Census: (2/28). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 600. ...
$900
1869 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (22/17). NGC Census: (11/17). CDN: $1,200 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR64...
$1,080
1869 1C PR65 Red PCGS. ...
$1,860
1869 1c PCGS/CAC Proof 66 RD
$7,351
1869 1C PR63 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (1/41). NGC Census: (2/28). CDN: $475 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 60...
$1,200
1869 1C PR64 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$1,208
1869 Indian Cent. Proof-65 RD (PCGS). OGH.
$2,585
1869 1C PR66 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$11,750
1869 1C PR63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (2/39). NGC Census: (2/56). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC...
$816
1869 1C PR64 Red PCGS. Snow-PR2. ...
$1,234
$1,668
1869 1C PR66 Red NGC. ...
$3,450
1869 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RD (PCGS). CAC.
$1,719
1869 Indian Cent. Proof-65 RD (PCGS). OGH.
$2,973
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