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The 1874 comes from a relatively lower mintage of 700. It is quite common except as a high-end gem with brown color which is scarce. Examples with red-brown surfaces are also rather common with scarcity starting at PR65. Full red examples are even more scarce. Only rare if there are cameo surfaces. Look for attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces as those are the most desirable and are not too hard to come across.
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:
1538
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1874
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:
1874
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
700
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2309
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Coin Value History
1874 1c PR BN
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1874 1c PR BN
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$1,800 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,500 | $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 |
1874 1C PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (10/16 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (0/0 and 0/0+). CDN: $255 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS P...
$480
1874 1C PR63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population: (13/21). CDN: $190 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 700. ...
$252
1874 1C PR66 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (7/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage 700. ...
$1,080
1874 1C PR65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population: (6/5). CDN: $325 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR65. Min...
$793
1874 1C Brown--Damaged, Recolored--ANACS. Poor 60 Details. NGC Census: (0/16). PCGS Population (0/14). Mintage: 700. Numism...
$109
1874 1C PR55 ANACS. ...
$71
1874 1c PCGS/CAC Proof 64 BN
$385
1874 1C PR63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population: (12/21). CDN: $190 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR63. M...
$264
1874 1c PCGS/CAC Proof 66 BN
$1,250
1C 1874 PCGS PR65BN CAC
$525
1874 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 700. (#2309)...
$207
1874 1C PR63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (6/26). PCGS Population (9/7). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC...
$253
1874 1C PR66 Brown PCGS. CAC. ...
$999
1874 1C PR65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (5/5). Mintage: 700. CDN Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/PCGS co...
$470
1874 1C Proof, Altered Color, NCS. This meticulously struck proof displays no indication of wear, and the bright apricot-go...
$253
1874 1C PR63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (4/24). PCGS Population (7/5). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in...
$196
1874 1C PR66 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (4/0). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/...
$822
1C 1874 PCGS PR65 BN CAC
$588
Multiple Coin Lot...
$201
1C 1874 PCGS PR65BN CAC
$911
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Worth: $420 – $26,400
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Worth: $600 – $18,000
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Worth: $360 – $15,000
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Worth: $360 – $12,000
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Worth: $100 – $2,040
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Worth: $150 – $7,000
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Worth: $220 – $25,000
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