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The 1872 comes from a somewhat lower mintage of 950. Scarce only as a high-end gem with brown color. Otherwise, this coin is quite common. The same applies to those coins with red-brown surfaces with scarcity starting at PR65. Full red examples are even more scarce. The 1872 is only rare if there are cameo surfaces. Beautifully toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces are the most desirable and are worth the search.
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:
1530
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1872
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:
1872
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
850
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2305
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1872 1c PR RD
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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
Fr. 2305. 1934A $20 Hawaii Emergency Note. PCGS Banknote Choice About Uncirculated 58.
$528
1872 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RD (PCGS). CAC.
$1,920
1872 1C PR66 Red NGC. Snow-PR1....
$4,560
1872 Indian Cent. Proof-65 RD (NGC).
$2,880
1872 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RD (NGC).
$1,880
1872 1C Red--Cleaned--ICG. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (0/32). PCGS Population (0/65). Mintage: 950. (#2305)...
$374
1872 1C PR63 Red NGC. NGC Census: (2/30). PCGS Population (7/56). Mintage: 950. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in ...
$632
1872 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (36/22). NGC Census: (12/18). CDN: $1,500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 950...
$2,640
1872 1C PR66 Red NGC....
$3,960
1872 1C PR65 Red PCGS....
$1,980
1872 1C --Altered Color--NCS. Proof. Sharply struck with most design features defined to full advantage. The satiny devices ...
$978
1872 1C PR63 Red ANACS. Sharply struck with bright proof surfaces that display pleasing salmon-gold toning and watery refle...
$690
1872 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (36/22). NGC Census: (12/18). CDN: $1,500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 950...
$1,504
1872 1C PR66 Red PCGS. CAC. From a mintage of 950 pieces, the 1872 proof Indian cent is an elusive issue in Premium Gem con...
$9,600
1872 1c PCGS Proof 65 RD
$4,100
1872 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RD (PCGS).
$1,800
1872 1C PR66 Red PCGS. ...
$5,040
1C 1872 PCGS PR65 RD
$3,172
1872 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (39/22). NGC Census: (12/17). CDN: $1,875 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 950...
$1,560
1C 1872 PCGS PR66RD
$5,405
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