As of May, 2024, a 1886 Penny Variety 2, RB in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $325.00 and $7,000.00, 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 $15,275.00 in the 07/12/2015 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 4,290
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1886 Penny Variety 2, Rb (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-667,000.00
MS-65+2,650.00
MS-652,150.00
MS-64+1,500.00
MS-641,100.00
MS-63+975.00
MS-63900.00
MS-62+575.00
MS-62485.00
MS-61375.00
MS-60325.00

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 State325.007,000.001,639.55

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 1886 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1886 Penny Variety 1, BN (Regular Strike)8.00255.00260.002,000.00
1886 Penny Variety 2, BN (Regular Strike)28.00355.00375.001,450.00
1886 Penny Variety 1, BN (Proof)N/AN/A125.0013,000.00
1886 Penny Variety 2, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A450.0011,000.00
1886 Penny Variety 1, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A275.0012,500.00
1886 Penny Variety 1, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A300.0040,000.00
1886 Penny Variety 2, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A400.009,500.00
1886 Penny Variety 2, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A500.0022,500.00
1886 Penny Variety 2, RD (Proof)N/AN/A425.0035,000.00
1886 Penny Variety 1, RB (Proof)N/AN/A175.004,350.00
1886 Penny Variety 1, RD (Proof)N/AN/A275.004,000.00
1886 Penny Variety 2, BN (Proof)N/AN/A250.005,250.00

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.

1886 Penny Variety 2, Rb (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

$581.00

Lowest Sale Price
$15,275.00

Highest Sale Price
$2,259.28

Average Sale Price
$1,703.75

Most Recent Sale Price
29

Number of Sales
$65,519.25

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-662,040.0010,575.004,152.14
MS-65+2,040.002,040.002,040.00
MS-65581.0015,275.002,259.28
MS-64+1,762.501,762.501,762.50
MS-64243.002,280.00762.59
MS-63299.00546.00396.88
MS-62246.75604.00328.42
MS-60178.00334.00262.67

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1886 Penny Variety 2, RB (Proof) 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 $15,275.00.

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 1886 Penny Variety 2, RB (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1886 Penny Variety 2, RB (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 77.92% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Goldberg Auctioneers with 5.19% / 5.19% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1886 Penny Variety 2, RB (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-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,703.7512/07/2023
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,360.0005/23/2022
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,800.0002/15/2022
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers900.0003/10/2021
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,560.0008/11/2020
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions336.0007/22/2020
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers780.0003/11/2020
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,040.0001/12/2020
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,040.0012/07/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions900.0006/09/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions660.0005/01/2019
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,040.0008/19/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions780.0006/17/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,280.0002/22/2018
MS-63ANACSGoldberg Auctioneers441.0009/04/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions10,575.0008/02/2017
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0008/10/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,762.5008/10/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,762.5007/07/2016
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,997.5003/30/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0010/28/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0008/16/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions15,275.0007/12/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0006/07/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions5,875.0005/12/2015
MS-64+NGCHeritage Auctions1,762.5011/14/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions998.7510/08/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions734.3806/04/2014
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions246.7504/21/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions999.0011/01/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,105.0004/18/2012
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0002/02/2012
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,185.0001/03/2012
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions253.0012/02/2010
MS-65PCGSStack's4,025.0011/10/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0010/27/2010
MS-64ICGHeritage Auctions374.0004/28/2010
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0002/03/2010
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,610.0007/31/2009
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions253.0007/01/2009
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena2,070.0006/01/2009
MS-64ICGHeritage Auctions633.0005/01/2009
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0003/01/2009
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0006/04/2008
MS-65PCGSStack's2,530.0002/26/2008
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions276.0006/06/2007
MS-65ICGHeritage Auctions581.0005/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0003/01/2007
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions253.0010/24/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0008/13/2006
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions299.0009/26/2005
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC243.0006/27/2005
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions178.0003/06/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions604.0002/23/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions642.0012/26/2004
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions311.0011/08/2004
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions311.0011/04/2004
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions518.0007/20/2004
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions400.0005/10/2004
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions805.0001/07/2004
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,208.0001/05/2004
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions334.0012/10/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions719.0009/01/2003
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,495.0005/27/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0003/20/2003
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions604.0001/13/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0001/08/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0001/08/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0001/08/2003
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0007/27/2002
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena2,070.0006/28/2001
MS-65NGCSuperior Galleries2,185.0005/27/2001
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions414.0004/05/2001
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions330.0003/08/2001
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,070.0002/16/2001
MS-64NONEHeritage Auctions357.0011/16/2000
MS-64NONESuperior Galleries863.0006/05/2000