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Of the common later half Indian Cents, the 1885 boasts a relatively low mintage of just under 12 million coins struck. 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.
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:
1368
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1885
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:
1885
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
11,761,594
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2151
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Coin Value History
1885 1c MS BN
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1885 1c MS BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$3,300 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $2,750 | $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 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
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Worth: $7 – $18,750
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Worth: $10 – $625
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Worth: $160 – $11,500
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Worth: $300 – $18,000
1885 Indian Cent. AU-58 (PCGS).
$160
1885 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. CDN: $190 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$220
1885 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. CDN: $140 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$171
1885 Indian Cent. MS-65 BN (NGC). CAC.
$420
1885 1C MS67 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (3/0). Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$2,640
1885 1C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population: (39/497). Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$69
1885 1C MS66 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (14/3). Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$720
1885 1C MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (42/311). Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$99
1885 1C AU53 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (9/456). Mintage 11,765,384....
$71
1885 1C MS60 Brown ANACS. Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$99
1885 1c PCGS VF20
$22
1885 1C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population: (37/265). NGC Census: (21/321). Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$63
1885 Indian Cent. Unc Details--Altered Color (NGC).
$88
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$50
1885 1C VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/226). NGC Census: (2/618). Mintage: 11,765,384. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem fre...
$36
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$46
1885 1C, BN
$66
1885 1C AU58 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (7/74). Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$144
1885 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. CDN: $190 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 11,765,384. ...
$232
1885 1C MS63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (99/208). PCGS Population: (106/202). CDN: $140 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 1...
$164
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