As of May, 2024, a 1890 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $250.00 and $4,000.00, 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 $2,875.00 in the 02/16/2001 by renowned auctioneer Goldberg Auctioneers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 2,740
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1890 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-664,000.00
MS-65+1,750.00
MS-651,250.00
MS-64+875.00
MS-64750.00
MS-63+700.00
MS-63675.00
MS-62+460.00
MS-62425.00
MS-61275.00
MS-60250.00

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 State250.004,000.001,037.27

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 1890 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1890 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)2.0075.0080.001,000.00
1890 Penny, BN (Proof)150.00160.00185.001,000.00
1890 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A85.002,250.00
1890 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A100.0095,000.00
1890 Penny MPD FS-402 (010.84), BN (Regular Strike)5.00250.00275.00550.00
1890 Penny TDO FS-101 S-1 (010.85), BN (Regular Strike)15.00375.00450.001,000.00
1890 Penny TDO FS-101 S-1 (FS-010.85), RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A475.001,750.00
1890 Penny TDO FS-101 S-1 (010.85), RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A500.001,200.00
1890 Penny MPD FS-401 S-3 (010.82), BN (Regular Strike)10.00225.00250.00500.00
1890 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A200.003,250.00
1890 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,500.006,500.00

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.

1890 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

$604.00

Lowest Sale Price
$2,875.00

Highest Sale Price
$1,415.95

Average Sale Price
$910.63

Most Recent Sale Price
46

Number of Sales
$65,133.88

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-661,210.002,243.001,841.00
MS-65604.002,875.001,415.95
MS-64299.00822.50512.18
MS-63127.00576.00286.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1890 Penny, RD (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-63 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65 having the highest max price $2,875.00.

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 1890 Penny, RD (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1890 Penny, RD (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 71.43% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Goldberg Auctioneers with 8.33% / 5.95% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1890 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-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions910.6305/25/2023
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,020.0005/23/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions870.0005/27/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions504.0010/02/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions810.0009/09/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions492.0004/29/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions780.0003/29/2018
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers576.0011/08/2017
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers822.5003/29/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0003/28/2017
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions940.0001/04/2017
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,997.5011/02/2016
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions881.2510/31/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0006/08/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions998.7501/06/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions564.0009/20/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions423.0002/01/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions940.0001/07/2015
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions998.7501/07/2015
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions470.0011/14/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,057.5010/08/2014
MS-64NGCGreat Collections506.0009/28/2014
MS-64NGCGreat Collections550.0003/02/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5002/03/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,293.0008/08/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions529.0003/21/2013
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,293.0001/09/2013
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers377.1811/16/2012
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,380.0008/04/2012
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,150.0009/06/2011
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers518.0008/15/2011
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,093.0008/15/2011
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,208.0010/01/2008
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC506.0009/08/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0007/30/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,070.0006/26/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0005/28/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0001/09/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0011/29/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0005/01/2007
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0003/01/2007
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC662.0002/26/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0009/06/2006
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,700.0001/03/2006
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0001/01/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,323.0006/29/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,035.0006/02/2005
MS-65NGCStack's1,438.0003/01/2005
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,300.0001/10/2005
MS-65PCGSKingswood Galleries1,610.0011/11/2004
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,380.0009/07/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,243.0008/18/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions506.0006/30/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions357.0006/07/2004
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions426.0006/07/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions350.0005/05/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0001/07/2004
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions334.0001/07/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0001/07/2004
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,121.0010/15/2003
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions155.0008/06/2003
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries2,070.0007/27/2003
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions308.0007/16/2003
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions299.0005/05/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions604.0005/05/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions575.0002/01/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0001/01/2003
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions322.0011/21/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0007/27/2002
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,127.0006/02/2002
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0006/01/2002
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,185.0002/18/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,358.0001/16/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions834.0001/09/2002
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0001/09/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0004/05/2001
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,875.0002/16/2001
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0001/04/2001
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0001/04/2001
MS-63NONEHeritage Auctions127.0005/04/2000
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0008/01/1999
MS-65NGCBowers & Merena1,898.0005/30/1999
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,207.0001/09/1998
MS-66NONEBowers & Merena1,210.0005/30/1997