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1886 1c Type 1 PR BN

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The obverse dies were changed in 1886 making 2 separate varieties that are differentiated by the placement of 'America.' These two varieties are worth about the same; but, it is common knowledge that Variety 2 is slightly more scarce. All the color designations increase gradually from brown to red with all gems being very scarce. Cameo examples are quite rare. Look for attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces as those are the most coveted and are not too hard 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: 1598
Designer: James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer: James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1886
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
Variety: Type 1
Coin Date: 1886
Denomination: 1c
Designation: PR
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Mintage: 4,290
Coinage Type: Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years: 1864-1909
Composition: 95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #: 2345
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1886 1c Type 1 PR BN
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GSID:1598 PCGS:2345 Shop related

Values

Greysheet & CPG® Values
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Grade CAC CPG Value (Retail) Greysheet Price (Wholesale)
PR68 CAC $12,500 $1,234
PR68 - $10,500 $1,234
PR67 CAC $1,234 $1,234
PR67 - $1,234 $1,234
PR66 CAC $1,234 $1,234
PR66 - $1,234 $1,234
PR65 CAC $1,234 $1,234
PR65 - $1,234 $1,234
PR64 CAC $1,234 $1,234
PR64 - $1,234 $1,234
PR63 CAC $1,234 $1,234
PR63 - $1,234 $1,234
PR62 CAC $1,234 $1,234
PR62 - $1,234 $1,234
PR61 CAC $1,234 $1,234
PR61 - $1,234 $1,234
PR60 CAC $1,234 $1,234
PR60 - $1,234 $1,234
AU58 CAC $1,234 $1,234
AU58 - $1,234 $1,234
AU55 CAC $1,234 $1,234
AU55 - $1,234 $1,234

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1886 1C Type One PR63 Brown ANACS. Mintage 4,290. ...
$293
Sold 1/20/2026
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One, PR66 Brown PCGS. Ex: Eagle Eye Photo Seal. PCGS Population: 48 in 66 (7 in 66+), 19 finer (11/25). CDN: $...
$1,586
Sold 1/19/2026
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR67 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (13/1). NGC Census: (9/0). CDN: $1,700 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67. Min...
$1,680
Sold 10/23/2023
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (89/111). NGC Census: (56/105). CDN: $275 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. ...
$288
Sold 4/30/2023
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (57/51). NGC Census: (59/41). CDN: $425 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mi...
$552
Sold 9/6/2022
Heritage Auctions
1C 1886 VARIETY 1 - TIP BETWEEN I & C PCGS PR68BN
$10,575
Sold 9/29/2016
Legend Numismatics
1886 1C Type One PR62 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (10/197). PCGS Population (3/166). Mintage: 4,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for p...
$147
Sold 11/18/2014
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One Proof PCGS Genuine. Variety One. The PCGS number ending in .97 suggests Environmental Damage as the reason...
$84
Sold 10/21/2012
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One Brown--Recolored--ANACS. PF60 Details. NGC Census: (0/278). PCGS Population (0/140). Mintage: 4,290. (#23...
$242
Sold 2/15/2011
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type Two--Recolored--ANACS. Net PR55. The peak of ...
$121
Sold 8/6/2003
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (31/200). NGC Census: (16/164). CDN: $225 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. ...
$204
Sold 1/29/2024
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR66+ Brown NGC. Snow-PR2....
$1,140
Sold 5/8/2024
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR67 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (14/1). NGC Census: (9/0). CDN: $1,700 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67. Min...
$1,620
Sold 8/20/2023
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR64 Brown PCGS. Ex: Eagle Eye Photo Seal. PCGS Population: (89/111). NGC Census: (56/105). CDN: $275 Whsl...
$444
Sold 4/3/2023
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (56/54). NGC Census: (58/36). CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mi...
$432
Sold 12/22/2020
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR62 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (10/189). PCGS Population (3/154). Mintage: 4,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for p...
$153
Sold 8/13/2013
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One --Cleaned--ANACS. Proof Genuine. Mintage: 4,290. (#2345)...
$196
Sold 9/11/2011
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C, BN
$150
Sold 1/13/2002
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (30/200). NGC Census: (15/142). CDN: $170 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. ...
$222
Sold 5/5/2020
Heritage Auctions
1886 1C Type One PR66 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (33/9). PCGS Population: (36/15). CDN: $950 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mint...
$870
Sold 9/27/2022
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