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At 1,000 coins struck in 1870, the Indian Cent Series sees its highest mintage yet. A rather common coin that is scarce only as a high-end gem with brown color. Also common with red-brown surfaces with scarcity starting at PR65. Full red examples are even scarcer. The 1870 is only rare, in any way, if there are cameo surfaces. Look for attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces as those are the most desirable and are not too difficult to find.
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:
1518
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1870
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:
1870
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
1,000
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2297
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Coin Value History
1870 1c PR BN
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1870 1c PR BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$3,450 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $2,900 | $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 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $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
1870 1C PR62 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (2/26). Mintage 1,000. ...
$480
1870 Indian Cent. Proof. Unc Details--Spot Removed (PCGS).
$384
1C 1870 PCGS PR66 BN CAC
$3,408
1870 Indian Cent. Proof-65 BN (PCGS). CAC.
$3,120
1870 1C PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (9/7). NGC Census: (9/5). CDN: $475 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 1,000. ...
$720
1870 1C PR63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (5/15). PCGS Population (13/6). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free ...
$329
1870 1C -- Recolored -- ANACS. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (0/19). PCGS Population (0/16). Mintage: 1,000....
$382
1870 1C, BN
$226
1870 1C --Polished--NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 1,000. (#2297)...
$374
1870 1C PR66 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population: (2/0). CDN: $1,800 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 1,000....
$3,840
1870 1C PR65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (5/0). PCGS Population: (6/1). CDN: $650 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 1,000. ...
$780
1870 1C PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (9/7 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (9/5 and 0/0+). CDN: $475 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR6...
$541
1870 1C --Recolored--ANACS. Proof, Net PR60. Bright tan ...
$213
1870 1C PR66 Brown PCGS. ...
$5,280
1870 Indian Cent. Proof-65 BN (PCGS).
$840
1870 1C PR64 Brown PCGS Secure. PCGS Population: (7/6 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (9/6 and 0/0+). CDN: $475 Whsle. Bid for probl...
$528
1870 1C Proof, Altered Color, NCS. The fields remain ...
$236
1870 1C PR65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (3/1). NGC Census: (6/0). CDN: $405 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR65. Mi...
$646
1870 1C PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (6/4). NGC Census: (9/6). CDN: $290 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR64. Mi...
$576
1870 1C PR65 Brown PCGS. ...
$881
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