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The mintage drops to 1,862 for the 1896 proof Indian Cent putting it back under the two thousand mark for the first time in almost 20 years. Very common with the brown color designation. Gradually more scarce in red-brown especially PR66 or finer. Red gems are rare and any cameo is rare as well. Look for attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces as those are highly sought after 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:
1650
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1896
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:
1896
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
1,862
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2376
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Coin Value History
1896 1c PR RB
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1896 1c PR RB
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$3,300 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $2,750 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $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
1896 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 44 in 65 (1 in 65+), 15 finer (2/26). CDN: $550 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS ...
$1,007
1896 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. PCGS Population: 49 in 63, 170 finer (11/25...
$378
1896 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RB (NGC).
$504
1896 Indian Cent. Proof-66 RB (NGC).
$1,080
1896 1C PR62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (8/182). NGC Census: (6/123). Mintage 1,862. ...
$156
1896 1C PR61 Red and Brown NGC. Ex : W.J.Skiles Collection. NGC Census: (1/107). PCGS Population (0/139). Mintage: 1,862....
$150
1896 Indian Cent. Proof-65 RB (PCGS).
$690
1896 1c PCGS Proof 63 RB (OGH)
$365
1896 1C PR64 Red and Brown ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 1,862....
$384
1896 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (13/0). Mintage 1,862. ...
$1,140
1896 1C PR62 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (6/99). PCGS Population (5/128). Mintage: 1,862. (#2376)...
$207
1896 1C PR61 Red and Brown NGC....
$150
1896 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (47/13). PCGS Population: (38/14). CDN: $550 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mint...
$588
1896 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (42/159). NGC Census: (18/114). CDN: $230 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. M...
$432
1896 1C PR64 Red and Brown ANACS. Mintage 1,862. ...
$456
1896 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. CAC Population: (3/0). Mintage 1,862. ...
$1,200
1896 1C PR62 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (6/98). PCGS Population (4/0). Mintage: 1,862. (#2376)...
$184
1896 1C, RB
$100
1896 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (47/12). PCGS Population: (38/14). CDN: $450 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mint...
$480
1896 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (42/159). NGC Census: (19/113). CDN: $230 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. M...
$252
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