As of May, 2024, a 1845 Penny, RB in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $675.00 and $8,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $16,100.00 in the 09/07/2009 by renowned auctioneer Goldberg Auctioneers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 27.50 millimeters
Weight: 10.89 grams
Mintage: 3,894,804
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper
Series: Coronet Head Cents 1816-1857

1845 Penny, Rb (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-65+8,000.00
MS-655,500.00
MS-64+3,500.00
MS-642,650.00
MS-63+1,800.00
MS-631,450.00
MS-62+975.00
MS-62900.00
MS-61725.00
MS-60675.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State675.008,000.002,617.50

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1845 Braided Hair Cent. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1845 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)20.00360.00400.002,650.00
1845 Penny, BN (Proof)N/AN/A11,500.0036,000.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 6, BN (Regular Strike)32.00385.00425.001,250.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 9, BN (Regular Strike)38.00385.00425.00700.00
1845 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,600.0011,000.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 7, BN (Regular Strike)38.002,500.002,650.004,250.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 4, BN (Regular Strike)40.00390.00425.001,250.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 1, BN (Regular Strike)65.00615.00650.002,000.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 4, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A725.003,650.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 10, BN (Regular Strike)35.00450.00475.002,600.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 2, BN (Regular Strike)34.00380.00420.002,700.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 5, BN (Regular Strike)34.00385.00425.002,700.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 5, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A5,650.008,150.00
1845 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A13,500.0020,000.00
1845 Penny Newcomb 14, BN (Proof)N/AN/A12,750.0017,500.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1845 Penny, Rb (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$380.00

Lowest Sale Price
$7,475.00

Highest Sale Price
$2,277.82

Average Sale Price
$3,360.00

Most Recent Sale Price
33

Number of Sales
$75,168.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-662,530.002,530.002,530.00
MS-65+1,438.0016,100.005,494.61
MS-64+2,937.502,937.502,937.50
MS-64380.007,475.002,277.82
MS-63823.002,070.001,466.85
MS-621,093.001,840.001,336.50
MS-60600.005,750.002,806.67

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1845 Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-60 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65+ having the highest max price $16,100.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1845 Penny, RB (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1845 Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 42.86% share, followed by Superior Galleries / Goldberg Auctioneers with 19.05% / 17.46% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1845 Penny, RB (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions1,320.0009/08/2021
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers3,360.0003/21/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,920.0012/07/2017
MS-64+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,937.5010/26/2017
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers2,820.0011/16/2016
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,998.0009/05/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2502/04/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,880.0001/06/2016
MS-64PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,821.2506/25/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0004/26/2015
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions1,410.0006/23/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,820.0001/10/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,406.2501/10/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,820.0001/10/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,997.5001/08/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions823.0008/08/2013
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions1,175.0007/11/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,955.0005/30/2012
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers1,668.0003/22/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,530.0009/07/2011
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions1,668.0004/28/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0001/06/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,530.0001/06/2010
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,415.0009/07/2009
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,645.0009/07/2009
MS-65+PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers9,487.5009/07/2009
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,840.0009/07/2009
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,437.5009/07/2009
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,070.0009/07/2009
MS-65+PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers5,750.0009/07/2009
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,897.5009/07/2009
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers7,475.0009/07/2009
MS-65+PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers16,100.0009/07/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,185.0005/01/2009
MS-64PCGSStack's920.0007/27/2008
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries920.0008/03/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0001/01/2007
MS-65+NONEBowers & Merena6,038.0008/16/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0004/26/2006
MS-63NONEAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,150.0003/14/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0001/01/2006
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions3,220.0012/13/2005
MS-64PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities4,830.0003/08/2005
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0001/12/2005
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,760.0001/01/2005
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions380.0005/05/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,530.0007/26/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0005/01/2003
MS-64PCGSKingswood Galleries1,150.0010/03/2002
MS-63NONESuperior Galleries1,725.0006/01/2002
MS-62NONESuperior Galleries1,093.0006/01/2002
MS-62NONESuperior Galleries1,093.0006/01/2002
MS-63NONESuperior Galleries1,725.0006/01/2002
MS-60NONESuperior Galleries2,070.0006/01/2002
MS-64NONESuperior Galleries2,760.0006/01/2002
MS-62NONESuperior Galleries1,840.0006/01/2002
MS-63NONESuperior Galleries1,610.0006/01/2002
MS-64NONESuperior Galleries1,380.0006/01/2002
MS-65+NGCBowers & Merena1,438.0011/28/2001
MS-63NONESuperior Galleries1,495.0002/17/2001
MS-60NONESuperior Galleries5,750.0002/17/2001
MS-62NONEDavid Akers1,320.0010/01/1997
MS-60NONEBowers & Ruddy600.0011/01/1979