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The 1883 Indian Cent is a common issue in the Indian Cent Series. Circulated coins are extremely common and accessible. In order for uncirculated coins to be scarce and valuable there must be partial or complete red coloring. The finest gems can be very rare. The issue comes with flashy luster and original red coloring. But collectors, beware of spotting.
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:
1363
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1883
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
ONE CENT
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1883
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
45,591,500
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2146
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Coin Value History
1883 1c MS RB
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1883 1c MS RB
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$7,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $6,250 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 MS [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/Indian-Cent.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $5 – $25,000
1859 1c MS
Worth: $5 – $25,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 MS [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1863-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $6 – $72,000
1860 1c Round Bust MS
Worth: $6 – $18,000
1860 1c Pointed Bust MS
Worth: $7 – $28,800
1861 1c MS
Worth: $14 – $72,000
1862 1c MS
Worth: $6 – $72,000
1863 1c MS
Worth: $6 – $18,750
1864 1c Copper Nickel MS
Worth: $14 – $20,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS BN [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_j4gae-0.20200712022457246.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1 – $1,688
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS RB [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/981xxx/b7d2ef71-9a5a-4a36-8889-23a25d97c412.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $44 – $2,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS RD [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20200826/ha_com_131705_30309-0.20200826140250544.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $110 – $120,000
1864 1c Bronze MS BN
Worth: $10 – $625
1864 1c Bronze MS RB
Worth: $160 – $11,500
1864 1c Bronze MS RD
Worth: $300 – $18,000
1883 Indian Cent. MS-65 RB (PCGS).
$793
1883 Indian Cent. MS-62 RB (PCGS).
$168
1883 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. Housed in a Generation 5 fatty holder. NGC Census: (205/139). PCGS Population: (392/143). C...
$234
1883 Indian Cent. MS-63 RB (PCGS).
$96
1883 1C MS67 Red and Brown PCGS....
$5,040
1883 Indian Cent. Genuine--Questionable Color (PCGS).
$120
1883 Indian Cent. MS-66 RB (PCGS). CAC.
$1,020
1883 1C Red and Brown--Cleaned--ANACS Genuine. NGC Census: (0/279). PCGS Population (0/327). Mintage: 45,598,108. (#2146)...
$29
Multiple Coin Lot...
$220
1883 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. Housed in a Generation 5 fatty holder. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/P...
$763
1883 Indian Cent. MS-62 RB (PCGS).
$168
1883 Indian Cent. MS-64 RB (PCGS).
$288
1883 Indian Cent. MS-63 RB (PCGS).
$120
1883 1C MS67 Red and Brown PCGS....
$5,760
1C 1883 NGC MS66 RB CAC
$852
1883 Indian Cent. MS-65 RB (NGC).
$480
1883 1C MS62 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (13/355). PCGS Population: (14/623). MS62. Mintage 45,598,109. ...
$124
1883 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. Mintage 45,598,109. ...
$240
1883 1C MS63 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (62/334). PCGS Population: (141/515). CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. M...
$109
1883 1C MS67 Red and Brown NGC. ...
$1,645
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