As of May, 2024, a 1887 Penny DDO FS-101, S-1, BN in circulated condition is worth between $20.00 and $1,025.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $1,100.00 and $2,100.00, 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 $1,093.00 in the 01/05/2011 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: 45,223,523
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1887 Penny Ddo Fs-101, S-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-652,100.00
MS-64+1,800.00
MS-641,750.00
MS-63+1,550.00
MS-631,500.00
MS-62+1,350.00
MS-621,325.00
MS-611,200.00
MS-601,100.00
AU-58+1,025.00
AU-581,000.00
AU-55+850.00
AU-55850.00
AU-53+800.00
AU-53800.00
AU-50+750.00
AU-50750.00
XF-45+575.00
XF-45575.00
XF-40525.00
VF-35375.00
VF-30300.00
VF-25275.00
VF-20250.00
F-15160.00
F-12135.00
VG-10100.00
VG-885.00
G-655.00
G-445.00
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 State1,100.002,100.001,519.44
About Uncirculated750.001,025.00853.13
Extremely Fine525.00575.00558.33
Fine and Very Fine135.00375.00249.17
Good and Very Good45.00100.0071.25
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 1887 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1887 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)3.0064.0067.00750.00
1887 Penny, BN (Proof)115.00125.00150.004,350.00
1887 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A75.002,800.00
1887 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A90.0035,000.00
1887 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A175.005,500.00
1887 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A185.0014,500.00
1887 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,000.005,200.00

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.

1887 Penny Ddo Fs-101, S-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

$123.00

Lowest Sale Price
$276.00

Highest Sale Price
$202.50

Average Sale Price
$235.00

Most Recent Sale Price
6

Number of Sales
$1,215.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-62+600.00840.00720.00
MS-62811.001,093.00928.42
AU-58881.00881.00881.00
AU-55489.00489.00489.00
AU-53368.00587.50477.75
AU-50241.50605.00397.63
XF-45+168.00168.00168.00
XF-45141.56412.50257.11
XF-40144.00264.00196.00
VF-35110.00336.00223.00
VF-30123.00276.00202.50
VF-2547.0047.0047.00
F-1599.00109.00105.37

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1887 Penny DDO FS-101, S-1, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from F-15 to MS-62+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-62 having the highest max price $1,093.00.

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 1887 Penny DDO FS-101, S-1, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1887 Penny DDO FS-101, S-1, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 58.82% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Great Collections with 26.47% / 11.76% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1887 Penny DDO FS-101, S-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-62+PCGSHeritage Auctions600.0004/30/2023
AU-50PCGSStack's Bowers312.0011/09/2022
MS-62+PCGSStack's Bowers840.0011/10/2021
VF-35PCGSStack's Bowers336.0005/25/2021
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0005/06/2020
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions264.0006/19/2019
F-15ANACSHeritage Auctions99.0005/01/2019
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0001/16/2019
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions180.0009/12/2018
XF-40PCGSStack's Bowers144.0006/21/2018
XF-45+PCGSStack's Bowers168.0006/21/2018
VF-35ANACSStack's Bowers110.0011/08/2017
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions235.0009/20/2016
AU-53NGCHeritage Auctions587.5001/06/2016
XF-45PCGSGreat Collections412.5011/23/2014
XF-45PCGSGreat Collections214.5006/15/2014
XF-45ANACSGreat Collections141.5605/18/2014
F-15ANACSHeritage Auctions108.1004/21/2014
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions329.0002/03/2014
MS-62PCGSStack's Bowers881.2511/08/2013
XF-45PCGSStack's Bowers188.0009/20/2013
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions881.0004/24/2013
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions123.0002/04/2013
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions368.0001/09/2013
AU-50PCGSGreat Collections605.0011/18/2012
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions235.0009/06/2012
AU-50NGCStack's Bowers241.5003/27/2012
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0002/02/2012
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0001/05/2011
MS-62NGCBowers & Merena811.0006/17/2010
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions173.0006/03/2009
AU-55ANACSHeritage Auctions489.0009/01/2005
VF-30ANACSHeritage Auctions173.0011/08/2004
VF-25ANACSHeritage Auctions47.0010/27/2004