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At a mintage as high as 2,960, the 1887 proof Indian Cent makes for a fantastic type coin. Brown pieces are common along with red-brown; only the finest gems are scarce. Full red gems are scarce as well with the finest ones being very rare. Any grade with a cameo is, at the very least, scarce with high Mint State grades being rare. Beautifully toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces are the most in demand and are not very 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:
1605
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1887
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:
1887
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
2,960
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2349
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Coin Value History
1887 1c PR RB
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1887 1c PR RB
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$5,750 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $3,750 | $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: $400 – $28,000
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: $1,300 – $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: $2,200 – $24,000
1860 1c PR
Worth: $680 – $26,400
1861 1c PR
Worth: $650 – $19,200
1862 1c PR
Worth: $400 – $28,000
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
1887 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $420 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 2,960. ...
$464
1887 Indian Cent. Proof-65 RB (PCGS).
$600
1887 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (14/3 and 2/0+). Mintage 2,960. ...
$1,050
1887 1C PR62 Red and Brown ANACS. Mintage 2,960. ...
$216
1887 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (68/204). Mintage 2,960. ...
$312
1887 1C PR67 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. ...
$4,320
1887 1C PR 61 Red and Brown ANACS. ...
$162
1887 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RB (PCGS).
$537
1887 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (63/17 and 1/2+). Mintage 2,960....
$780
1887 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (13/3). NGC Census: (15/0). CDN: $1,025 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Min...
$1,080
1887 1c PCGS Proof 62 RB
$350
1887 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (61/193). NGC Census: (14/98). PR63. Mintage 2,960. ...
$240
1887 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RB (PCGS).
$408
1887 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Housed in a Generation 4 premium holder. NGC Census: (68/10). Mintage 45,226,483. ...
$552
1887 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (13/3). NGC Census: (15/0). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Minta...
$750
1887 1C PR62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (7/265). NGC Census: (3/118). CDN: $200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Min...
$228
1887 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (59/181). NGC Census: (15/99). Mintage: 2,960. CDN Wsl. Price for problem ...
$247
1887 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CDN: $385 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Min...
$456
1887 Indian Cent. Proof-65 RB (PCGS). CAC. OGH.
$840
1887 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (15/0). PCGS Population: (13/3). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintag...
$1,050
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