As of May, 2024, a 1888 Penny RPD, S-2, FS-302, BN in circulated condition is worth between $38.00 and $635.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $700.00 and $1,300.00, 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 $9,200.00 in the 04/01/2009 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: 37,489,832
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1888 Penny Rpd, S-2, Fs-302, 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-641,300.00
MS-63+950.00
MS-63850.00
MS-62+765.00
MS-62750.00
MS-61715.00
MS-60700.00
AU-58+635.00
AU-58620.00
AU-55+610.00
AU-55600.00
AU-53+585.00
AU-53575.00
AU-50+560.00
AU-50550.00
XF-45+535.00
XF-45525.00
XF-40510.00
VF-35485.00
VF-30460.00
VF-25410.00
VF-20365.00
F-15320.00
F-12300.00
VG-10230.00
VG-8185.00
G-6140.00
G-470.00
AG-338.00

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 State700.001,300.00861.43
About Uncirculated550.00635.00591.88
Extremely Fine510.00535.00523.33
Fine and Very Fine300.00485.00390.00
Good and Very Good70.00230.00156.25
Poor, Fair, and About Good38.0038.0038.00

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 1888 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1888 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)8.00115.00120.00600.00
1888/7 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1,100.0034,000.0075,000.0075,000.00
1888 Penny, BN (Proof)N/AN/A135.002,650.00
1888 Penny RPD FS-302 S-2 (010.7), RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A850.002,750.00
1888 Penny MPD FS-303 S-27 (FS-010.73), BN (Regular Strike)44.00265.00310.00400.00
1888 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A120.002,250.00
1888 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A130.0028,500.00
1888/7 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A80,000.0090,000.00
1888 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A175.003,500.00
1888 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A250.008,750.00
1888 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A2,000.0011,500.00

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.

1888 Penny Rpd, S-2, Fs-302, 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

$64.00

Lowest Sale Price
$660.00

Highest Sale Price
$323.64

Average Sale Price
$120.00

Most Recent Sale Price
5

Number of Sales
$1,618.20

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-649,200.009,200.009,200.00
MS-63165.001,438.00801.50
MS-61660.00660.00660.00
AU-58276.001,265.00673.67
AU-55252.00252.00252.00
AU-53336.00384.00360.00
AU-5064.00660.00323.64
XF-40235.00529.00332.59
VF-3057.20282.00163.30
VF-20121.00121.00121.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1888 Penny RPD, S-2, FS-302, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from VF-20 to MS-64. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-64 having the highest max price $9,200.00.

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 1888 Penny RPD, S-2, FS-302, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1888 Penny RPD, S-2, FS-302, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 66.67% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Bowers & Merena with 16.67% / 8.33% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1888 Penny RPD, S-2, FS-302, 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-50PCGSStack's Bowers120.0011/09/2022
AU-55PCGSHeritage Auctions252.0010/13/2021
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions64.0012/23/2020
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions660.0004/29/2020
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions336.0009/12/2018
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions601.2009/09/2018
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions480.0002/22/2018
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions660.0001/03/2018
AU-53PCGSStack's Bowers384.0011/08/2017
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5009/03/2016
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions260.8502/01/2015
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions235.0001/04/2015
VF-30NGCGreat Collections57.2008/10/2014
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions529.0012/05/2013
VF-30NGCStack's Bowers118.0002/22/2013
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0002/07/2013
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers165.0001/01/2013
AU-50ANACSBowers & Merena173.0006/17/2010
AU-58ANACSBowers & Merena276.0006/17/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions9,200.0004/01/2009
MS-63ANACSGoldberg Auctioneers1,438.0002/13/2008
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0002/09/2006
VF-30ANACSHeritage Auctions196.0002/09/2006
VF-20ANACSHeritage Auctions121.0001/08/2000