As of May, 2024, a 1872 Penny, BN in circulated condition is worth $300.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $350.00 and $3,100.00, 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 $3,120.00 in the 11/30/2021 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 950
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1872 Penny, Bn (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-663,100.00
MS-65+2,500.00
MS-652,250.00
MS-64+1,400.00
MS-641,100.00
MS-63+775.00
MS-63700.00
MS-62+550.00
MS-62500.00
MS-61400.00
MS-60350.00
XF-40300.00

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 State350.003,100.001,238.64
Extremely Fine300.00300.00300.00

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 1872 Indian 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1872 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)60.00810.00825.004,350.00
1872 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A900.004,750.00
1872 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A750.0055,000.00
1872 Penny RPD FS-301 S-1 (008.9), BN (Regular Strike)75.00855.00925.001,900.00
1872 Penny RPD FS-301 S-1, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,500.002,600.00
1872 Penny Shallow N FS-901, BN (Regular Strike)110.00940.00950.0010,000.00
1872 Penny Shallow N FS-901, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,250.0015,500.00
1872 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A550.005,500.00
1872 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A900.007,150.00
1872 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,500.0012,500.00

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.

1872 Penny, Bn (Proof) – 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

$633.00

Lowest Sale Price
$2,880.00

Highest Sale Price
$1,449.40

Average Sale Price
$2,880.00

Most Recent Sale Price
13

Number of Sales
$18,842.25

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-66690.003,120.001,345.00
MS-65633.002,880.001,449.40
MS-64+930.00930.00930.00
MS-64403.001,320.00775.10
MS-639.50575.00441.45
MS-62431.00431.00431.00
MS-61403.00403.00403.00
MS-60345.001,140.00537.43
AU-55403.00403.00403.00
AU-50276.00276.00276.00
PO-1319.00319.00319.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1872 Penny, BN (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $3,120.00.

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 1872 Penny, BN (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1872 Penny, BN (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 66.04% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Bowers & Merena with 13.21% / 7.55% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1872 Penny, BN (Proof) 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-66PCGSStack's Bowers1,860.0008/24/2023
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions1,140.0007/26/2023
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers2,880.0003/29/2023
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,740.0010/09/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions810.0012/22/2021
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers3,120.0011/30/2021
MS-64+NGCStack's Bowers930.0003/31/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,020.0003/03/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0004/29/2020
MS-60PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers408.0009/04/2019
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions960.0007/14/2019
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions690.0006/12/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,640.0001/14/2019
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers2,880.0011/08/2017
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,762.5003/29/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2502/16/2017
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions505.2501/06/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions998.7507/12/2015
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions705.0011/06/2014
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions499.3804/23/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions558.0011/29/2012
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers940.0011/16/2012
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions805.0010/13/2011
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions431.0001/05/2011
PO-1NGCBowers & Merena319.0011/09/2010
MS-60ICGHeritage Auctions460.0004/01/2009
MS-64PCGSStack's633.0003/01/2009
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions748.0006/26/2008
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions489.0004/01/2008
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions575.0003/12/2008
MS-64PCGSStack's1,058.0002/26/2008
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions546.0011/14/2007
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers506.0009/25/2007
MS-63PCGSBowers & Merena506.0008/04/2007
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions518.0002/20/2007
MS-61ANACSHeritage Auctions403.0002/20/2007
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions345.0010/24/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions605.0002/13/2006
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions276.0004/03/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions920.0001/12/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0001/12/2005
MS-60NCSHeritage Auctions345.0007/26/2004
AU-55ANACSHeritage Auctions403.0003/29/2004
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena1,150.0003/11/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,093.0007/23/2003
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions949.0005/01/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0005/01/2003
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions978.0001/13/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0002/01/2001
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers403.0006/07/2000
MS-64NONESuperior Galleries633.0006/05/2000
MS-64NONEBowers & Merena1,320.0003/06/1997
MS-63NONEB. Max Mehl9.5006/01/1941