As of May, 2024, a 1887 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $185.00 and $14,500.00, 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 $18,400.00 in the 12/02/2004 by renowned auctioneer Bowers & Merena, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 2,960
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1887 Penny, Rd (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6614,500.00
MS-65+6,850.00
MS-655,150.00
MS-64+1,900.00
MS-641,100.00
MS-63+575.00
MS-63425.00
MS-62+325.00
MS-62300.00
MS-61215.00
MS-60185.00

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 State185.0014,500.002,865.91

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 DDO FS-101, S-1, BN (Regular Strike)20.001,025.001,100.002,100.00
1887 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A175.005,500.00
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, Rd (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

$518.00

Lowest Sale Price
$2,070.00

Highest Sale Price
$1,133.20

Average Sale Price
$930.00

Most Recent Sale Price
20

Number of Sales
$22,664.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-663,360.0018,400.009,611.02
MS-652,703.008,337.004,833.47
MS-64+1,440.001,527.501,483.75
MS-64518.002,070.001,133.20

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1887 Penny, RD (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $18,400.00.

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, RD (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1887 Penny, RD (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 64.15% share, followed by American Numismatic Rarities / Bowers & Merena with 7.55% / 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 1887 Penny, RD (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-66NGCHeritage Auctions3,360.0008/20/2023
MS-64+PCGSStack's Bowers1,440.0006/16/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions930.0005/10/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions900.0010/12/2022
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions9,106.2505/16/2019
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions14,687.5005/17/2018
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions17,625.0005/19/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions763.7501/06/2016
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,527.5007/12/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,116.2502/01/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions4,112.5001/07/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions16,450.0006/23/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions5,750.0005/30/2012
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers4,313.0003/22/2012
MS-65NGCGoldberg Auctioneers2,703.0009/06/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions4,600.0008/11/2011
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers920.0006/14/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions949.0007/08/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions9,200.0007/30/2008
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena3,738.0007/26/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,760.0005/28/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions4,313.0002/13/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0001/09/2008
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena7,475.0001/08/2008
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC1,265.0003/12/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions4,025.0001/01/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions5,750.0001/01/2007
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,150.0009/12/2006
MS-64PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,150.0006/21/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions5,175.0006/01/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0002/09/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,121.0005/04/2005
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions633.0001/12/2005
MS-65NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities4,140.0001/10/2005
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena18,400.0012/02/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0011/04/2004
MS-66PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities10,000.0010/11/2004
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities7,590.0008/15/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,500.0006/03/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0006/03/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions4,255.0001/07/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions7,188.0001/07/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions4,888.0001/07/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,955.0001/07/2004
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries5,175.0007/27/2003
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions776.0001/08/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,611.0001/08/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions5,980.0001/01/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0007/27/2002
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions4,715.0006/01/2002
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers8,337.0002/16/2001
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions4,312.0008/01/1998
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena6,600.0003/06/1997