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The 1874 comes from a relatively lower mintage of 700. It is quite common except as a high-end gem with brown color which is scarce. Examples with red-brown surfaces are also rather common with scarcity starting at PR65. Full red examples are even more scarce. Only rare 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 hard 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:
1538
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1874
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:
1874
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
700
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2309
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Coin Value History
1874 1c PR BN
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1874 1c PR BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$1,800 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,500 | $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 |
| 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
Fr. 2309. 1934A $10 North Africa Emergency Note. PCGS Banknote Choice About Uncirculated 58.
$268
1874 1C PR65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 9 in 65, 7 finer (1/26). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 700. ...
$1,190
Fr. 2309. 1934A $10 North Africa Emergency Note. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 55.
$216
1874 Indian Cent. Proof-63 BN (CACG).
$480
1874 Indian Cent. Proof-64 BN (PCGS).
$480
1874 1C PR66 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (7/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage 700. ...
$1,080
1874 Indian Cent. Proof. Genuine--Code 91, Questionable Color (PCGS).
$860
1874 Indian Cent. Proof-61 BN (NGC).
$173
Fr. 2309. 1934A $10 North Africa Emergency Note. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58.
$293
1874 Indian Cent. Proof-65 BN (PCGS).
$660
1874 1C PR55 ANACS. ...
$71
1874 1C PR63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population: (13/21). CDN: $190 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 700. ...
$252
1874 1C PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (10/16 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (0/0 and 0/0+). CDN: $255 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS P...
$480
1874 1c PCGS/CAC Proof 66 BN
$1,250
1874 1C Brown--Damaged, Recolored--ANACS. Poor 60 Details. NGC Census: (0/16). PCGS Population (0/14). Mintage: 700. Numism...
$109
Fr. 2309. 1934A $10 North Africa Emergency Note. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58 EPQ.
$317
1874 Indian Cent. Proof-65 BN (PCGS). CAC.
$780
1874 1C PR63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population: (12/21). CDN: $190 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR63. M...
$264
1874 1c PCGS/CAC Proof 64 BN
$385
1874 1C PR66 Brown PCGS. CAC. ...
$999
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