As of May, 2024, a 1802 Penny S-240, BN in circulated condition is worth between $125.00 and $4,500.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a About Uncirculated grade that was hammered at $12,338.00 in the 02/01/2016 by renowned auctioneer Goldberg Auctioneers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Robert Scot
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 28.00 millimeters
Weight: 10.89 grams
Mintage: 3,435,100
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper
Series: Draped Bust Cents 1796-1807

1802 Penny S-240, Bn (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
AU-554,500.00
AU-53+3,850.00
AU-533,500.00
AU-50+2,050.00
AU-502,000.00
XF-45+1,800.00
XF-451,750.00
XF-401,600.00
VF-35950.00
VF-30750.00
VF-25650.00
VF-20525.00
F-15400.00
F-12325.00
VG-10220.00
VG-8175.00
G-6140.00
G-4125.00

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($)
About Uncirculated2,000.004,500.003,180.00
Extremely Fine1,600.001,800.001,716.67
Fine and Very Fine325.00950.00600.00
Good and Very Good125.00220.00165.00

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 1802 Draped Bust 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1802 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)90.006,750.007,250.0038,500.00
1802 Penny 1/000, BN (Regular Strike)300.0011,500.0011,500.0038,500.00
1802 Penny No Stems, BN (Regular Strike)100.0013,500.0013,750.0042,500.00
1802 Penny No Stems, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A14,000.0060,000.00
1802 Penny S-225, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A21,500.0021,500.00
1802 Penny S-226, BN (Regular Strike)2,000.005,750.006,500.0019,000.00
1802 Penny S-230, BN (Regular Strike)125.004,500.0019,000.0019,000.00
1802 Penny S-227, BN (Regular Strike)125.005,250.0028,500.0028,500.00
1802 Penny S-234, BN (Regular Strike)125.001,600.0036,000.0036,000.00
1802 Penny S-229, BN (Regular Strike)125.001,750.0031,000.0031,000.00
1802 Penny S-232, BN (Regular Strike)75.005,750.006,500.0040,000.00
1802 Penny S-239, BN (Regular Strike)125.004,500.00N/AN/A
1802 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A22,500.00140,000.00
1802 Penny S-235, BN (Regular Strike)125.003,500.00N/AN/A
1802 Penny S-236, BN (Regular Strike)125.005,750.006,500.0026,000.00
1802 Penny S-228 1/000, BN (Regular Strike)300.009,000.0012,000.0037,500.00
1802 Penny S-233, BN (Regular Strike)125.004,500.0019,000.0019,000.00
1802 Penny S-228 1/000, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A80,000.0080,000.00
1802 Penny S-242, BN (Regular Strike)125.004,500.0019,000.0019,000.00
1802 Penny S-237, BN (Regular Strike)125.004,500.0013,000.0029,500.00
1802 Penny S-231 No Stems, BN (Regular Strike)75.0011,500.0012,000.0013,500.00
1802 Penny S-231 No Stems, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A62,500.0062,500.00
1802 Penny S-241 No Stems, BN (Regular Strike)75.0011,500.0012,000.0031,000.00
1802 Penny S-NC-2, BN (Regular Strike)410.00410.00N/AN/A

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.

1802 Penny S-240, 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

$1,410.00

Lowest Sale Price
$2,645.00

Highest Sale Price
$1,869.33

Average Sale Price
$1,410.00

Most Recent Sale Price
3

Number of Sales
$5,608.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
AU-58+12,338.0012,338.0012,338.00
AU-587,800.007,800.007,800.00
AU-55+9,400.009,400.009,400.00
XF-40252.001,680.00966.00
VF-352,056.002,056.002,056.00
VF-30969.381,140.001,054.69
VF-251,410.002,645.001,869.33
VF-20132.00144.00138.00
F-12920.00920.00920.00
VG-10312.00312.00312.00
G-694.0094.0094.00
G-575.00127.00101.00
PO-1805.002,530.001,667.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1802 Penny S-240, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to AU-58+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with AU-58+ having the highest max price $12,338.00.

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 1802 Penny S-240, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1802 Penny S-240, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Goldberg Auctioneers dominates with 50.00% share, followed by Heritage Auctions / Stack's Bowers with 40.00% / 10.00% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1802 Penny S-240, 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-58PCGSHeritage Auctions7,800.0001/04/2024
VF-30PCGSStack's Bowers1,140.0011/30/2021
VF-20ANACSHeritage Auctions132.0006/09/2021
VF-20ANACSHeritage Auctions144.0010/14/2020
XF-40NGCHeritage Auctions252.0010/14/2020
XF-40NGCHeritage Auctions1,680.0006/07/2020
G-6PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0002/20/2018
VF-35PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,056.0002/13/2017
AU-58+PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers12,338.0002/01/2016
AU-55+NGCHeritage Auctions9,400.0001/10/2014
VF-30PCGSStack's Bowers969.3809/20/2013
VF-25NGCHeritage Auctions1,410.0009/06/2012
VF-25NONEGoldberg Auctioneers1,553.0009/07/2009
PO-1NONEGoldberg Auctioneers2,530.0009/07/2009
F-12NONEGoldberg Auctioneers920.0009/16/2008
G-5NONEGoldberg Auctioneers127.0002/13/2008
G-5NONEGoldberg Auctioneers75.0002/13/2008
VG-10NONEGoldberg Auctioneers312.0009/25/2007
VF-25NONEGoldberg Auctioneers2,645.0002/13/2007
PO-1NONEGoldberg Auctioneers805.0002/13/2007