As of May, 2024, a 1834 Penny Small 8, Newcomb 1, BN in circulated condition is worth between $30.00 and $700.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $750.00 and $3,750.00, 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 $3,360.00 in the 04/10/2023 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Robert Scot
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 28.00 millimeters
Weight: 10.89 grams
Mintage: 1,855,100
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper
Series: Coronet Head Cents 1816-1857

1834 Penny Small 8, 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-653,750.00
MS-64+2,400.00
MS-642,000.00
MS-63+1,175.00
MS-631,125.00
MS-62+950.00
MS-62900.00
MS-61800.00
MS-60750.00
AU-58+700.00
AU-58675.00
AU-55+615.00
AU-55600.00
AU-53+560.00
AU-53550.00
AU-50+475.00
AU-50425.00
XF-45+375.00
XF-45325.00
XF-40250.00
VF-35200.00
VF-30160.00
VF-25125.00
VF-20110.00
F-1575.00
F-1265.00
VG-1045.00
VG-840.00
G-634.00
G-430.00

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 State750.003,750.001,538.89
About Uncirculated425.00700.00575.00
Extremely Fine250.00375.00316.67
Fine and Very Fine65.00200.00122.50
Good and Very Good30.0045.0037.25

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 1834 Coronet Head 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1834 Penny Lg 8, Sm Stars, Med Let, BN (Regular Strike)32.00850.00900.0032,000.00
1834 Penny, BN (Proof)N/AN/A45,000.0085,000.00
1834 Penny Lg 8 Sm Stars Med Let, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,000.0012,000.00
1834 Penny Large 8, Large Stars, Med. Let., BN (Regular Strike)150.009,850.0010,500.0048,500.00
1834 Penny Large Letter Reverse, BN (Regular Strike)60.002,500.002,750.0013,000.00
1834 Penny Small 8, BN (Regular Strike)25.00725.00750.007,500.00
1834 Penny Large Letter Reverse, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8,750.0014,000.00
1834 Penny N-5 Lg 8 Lg St Med Lt, BN (Regular Strike)250.009,500.0012,500.0050,000.00
1834 Penny Small 8, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A775.0035,000.00
1834 Penny Large Letters, Newcomb 6, BN (Regular Strike)75.002,600.002,850.0013,250.00
1834 Penny N-3 Lg 8 Sm St Med Lt, BN (Regular Strike)30.00750.00800.007,500.00
1834 Penny N-4 Lg 8 Sm St Med Lt, BN (Regular Strike)25.00750.00800.0030,000.00
1834 Penny Small 8, Newcomb 1, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A12,500.0032,500.00
1834 Penny N-4 Lg 8 Sm St Med Lt, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A11,000.0011,000.00
1834 Penny Small 8, Newcomb 2, BN (Regular Strike)30.00700.00750.007,500.00
1834 Penny Small 8, Newcomb 2, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A7,000.007,000.00
1834 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A100,000.00100,000.00
1834 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A62,500.0098,500.00

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.

1834 Penny Small 8, 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

$840.00

Lowest Sale Price
$3,360.00

Highest Sale Price
$1,621.43

Average Sale Price
$3,360.00

Most Recent Sale Price
7

Number of Sales
$11,350.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-651,500.001,680.001,590.00
MS-64840.003,360.001,621.43
MS-63960.001,380.001,232.33
MS-62+738.00810.00774.00
MS-62423.001,035.00617.13
AU-58408.00456.00431.67
AU-55+376.00600.00488.00
AU-50168.00299.00247.24
XF-45+408.00408.00408.00
XF-45211.50211.50211.50
XF-40184.00184.00184.00
F-12805.00805.00805.00
PO-1161.00334.88247.94

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1834 Penny Small 8, Newcomb 1, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-65. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-64 having the highest max price $3,360.00.

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 1834 Penny Small 8, Newcomb 1, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1834 Penny Small 8, Newcomb 1, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 35.29% share, followed by Goldberg Auctioneers / Stack's Bowers with 32.35% / 26.47% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1834 Penny Small 8, 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
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,360.0004/10/2023
AU-58ANACSStack's Bowers408.0003/29/2023
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions1,020.0002/01/2023
AU-50PCGSStack's Bowers264.0001/25/2023
AU-50PCGSStack's Bowers240.0001/25/2023
MS-62+PCGSScotsman738.0007/22/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,200.0011/03/2021
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers960.0008/25/2021
MS-63PCGSScotsman1,357.0007/23/2021
AU-58NGCStack's Bowers456.0004/15/2021
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,380.0009/16/2020
MS-62+PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers810.0009/16/2020
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,680.0008/12/2020
XF-45+NONEGoldberg Auctioneers408.0009/04/2019
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions265.2008/21/2019
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions840.0007/14/2019
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,500.0001/14/2019
AU-55+PCGSStack's Bowers600.0010/30/2018
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions168.0008/01/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions840.0007/15/2018
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions423.0009/20/2016
XF-45NGCHeritage Auctions211.5008/02/2016
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers3,055.0006/06/2016
AU-55+PCGSStack's Bowers376.0003/30/2016
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions470.0008/16/2015
MS-62PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers540.5001/27/2015
PO-1PCGSStack's Bowers334.8807/27/2013
MS-62NONEGoldberg Auctioneers1,035.0002/01/2012
AU-58ANACSStack's Bowers431.0011/15/2011
AU-50NONEGoldberg Auctioneers299.0002/03/2011
PO-1NONEGoldberg Auctioneers161.0009/21/2010
F-12NONEGoldberg Auctioneers805.0009/21/2010
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,035.0006/02/2010
XF-40NONEGoldberg Auctioneers184.0002/13/2008