As of May, 2024, a 1847 Penny Newcomb 1, BN in circulated condition is worth between $20.00 and $560.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $575.00 and $5,000.00, 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 $3,290.00 in the 07/17/2015 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 27.50 millimeters
Weight: 10.89 grams
Mintage: 6,183,669
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper
Series: Coronet Head Cents 1816-1857

1847 Penny Newcomb 1, Bn (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-665,000.00
MS-65+2,850.00
MS-652,150.00
MS-64+1,400.00
MS-641,150.00
MS-63+750.00
MS-63675.00
MS-62+635.00
MS-62625.00
MS-61600.00
MS-60575.00
AU-58+560.00
AU-58550.00
AU-55+385.00
AU-55350.00
AU-53+300.00
AU-53265.00
AU-50+250.00
AU-50235.00
XF-45+210.00
XF-45200.00
XF-40150.00
VF-35110.00
VF-3090.00
VF-2585.00
VF-2075.00
F-1565.00
F-1252.00
VG-1045.00
VG-840.00
G-634.00
G-432.00
AG-320.00

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 State575.005,000.001,491.82
About Uncirculated235.00560.00361.88
Extremely Fine150.00210.00186.67
Fine and Very Fine52.00110.0079.50
Good and Very Good32.0045.0037.75
Poor, Fair, and About Good20.0020.0020.00

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 1847 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1847 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)20.00500.00510.004,850.00
1847 Penny, BN (Proof)N/AN/A12,500.0026,000.00
1847/47 Penny Large/Small 47, BN (Regular Strike)22.001,425.001,650.0012,500.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 1, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2,650.002,650.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 3, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A535.002,150.00
1847 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A525.0011,500.00
1847 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2,650.0050,000.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 6, BN (Regular Strike)30.00415.00475.001,150.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 4, BN (Regular Strike)425.00425.00550.00650.00
1847/47 Penny Large/Small 47, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6,000.0024,000.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 6, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,150.003,150.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 10, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A550.005,250.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 13, BN (Regular Strike)60.0060.00765.004,500.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 7, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,500.001,500.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 13, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,000.003,000.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 5, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,200.001,200.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 20, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,650.005,000.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 8, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A550.002,150.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 12, BN (Regular Strike)450.00450.00N/AN/A
1847 Penny Newcomb 21, BN (Regular Strike)20.00450.00485.002,150.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 21, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,400.003,250.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 15, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8,750.008,750.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 28, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A500.002,850.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 22, BN (Regular Strike)235.00350.00N/AN/A
1847 Penny Newcomb 19, BN (Regular Strike)30.00450.00550.001,150.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 29, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A550.001,250.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 27, BN (Regular Strike)65.00525.00550.005,000.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 34, BN (Regular Strike)550.00575.00600.002,150.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 30, BN (Regular Strike)210.00535.00550.002,500.00
1847/47 Penny N-2 Large/Small 47, BN (Regular Strike)1,500.001,550.001,750.005,350.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 35, BN (Regular Strike)35.00535.00550.00750.00
1847/47 Penny N-31 Large/Small 47, BN (Regular Strike)700.001,500.001,750.005,350.00
1847 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A13,500.0055,000.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 42, BN (Proof)N/AN/A12,750.0020,500.00
1847 Penny Newcomb 42, RB (Proof)N/AN/A13,500.0050,000.00

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.

1847 Penny Newcomb 1, Bn (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

$1,800.00

Lowest Sale Price
$3,290.00

Highest Sale Price
$2,754.17

Average Sale Price
$3,172.50

Most Recent Sale Price
3

Number of Sales
$8,262.50

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-661,800.003,290.002,754.17
MS-65+1,821.251,821.251,821.25
MS-65881.251,620.001,250.63
MS-64911.00911.00911.00
MS-63384.00423.00409.00
MS-62+216.00216.00216.00
MS-62353.00353.00353.00
MS-60184.00184.00184.00
AU-58345.00345.00345.00
AU-55+216.00216.00216.00
AU-55258.50258.50258.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1847 Penny Newcomb 1, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from AU-55 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $3,290.00.

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 1847 Penny Newcomb 1, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1847 Penny Newcomb 1, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 37.50% share, followed by Goldberg Auctioneers / Stack's Bowers with 31.25% / 25.00% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1847 Penny Newcomb 1, BN (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
AU-55+PCGSHeritage Auctions216.0005/30/2023
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers420.0009/29/2021
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions3,172.5005/27/2021
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,620.0002/19/2020
MS-62+NGCStack's Bowers216.0008/22/2018
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,800.0006/17/2018
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers384.0003/28/2018
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers911.0009/05/2016
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers881.2503/30/2016
MS-62PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers353.0009/14/2015
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers3,290.0007/17/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,821.2505/12/2015
MS-63ANACSGoldberg Auctioneers423.0001/27/2015
AU-55PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5001/07/2015
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions345.0001/30/2006
MS-60NCSHeritage Auctions184.0001/30/2006