As of May, 2024, a 1892 Penny, BN in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $125.00 and $1,000.00, 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 $2,128.00 in the 02/23/2005 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: 2,745
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1892 Penny, Bn (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-661,000.00
MS-65+725.00
MS-65650.00
MS-64+440.00
MS-64360.00
MS-63+300.00
MS-63260.00
MS-62+215.00
MS-62185.00
MS-61160.00
MS-60125.00

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 State125.001,000.00401.82

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 1892 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1892 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)4.0068.0072.00400.00
1892 Penny RPD FS-302 S-1 (010.9), RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A245.00575.00
1892 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A75.001,450.00
1892 Penny RPD FS-302 S-1 (010.9), RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A390.00625.00
1892 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A100.0028,000.00
1892 Penny FS-401 S-14 Heavy Die Scratches, BN (Regular Strike)25.00450.00500.00800.00
1892 Penny RPD FS-301, S-8, BN (Regular Strike)23.00172.00210.00350.00
1892 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A550.003,250.00
1892 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A180.004,000.00
1892 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A240.006,500.00

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.

1892 Penny, Bn (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

$184.00

Lowest Sale Price
$499.38

Highest Sale Price
$260.65

Average Sale Price
$360.00

Most Recent Sale Price
17

Number of Sales
$4,431.13

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-671,035.001,380.001,226.67
MS-66546.002,128.001,254.34
MS-65253.00810.00455.24
MS-64184.00499.38260.65
MS-6381.00204.00163.86
MS-6287.00253.00160.20
MS-61132.00150.00141.00
MS-60105.00159.00135.17

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1892 Penny, BN (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-60 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $2,128.00.

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 1892 Penny, BN (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1892 Penny, BN (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 72.13% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Goldberg Auctioneers with 11.48% / 3.28% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1892 Penny, BN (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-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,116.2512/07/2023
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions192.0004/30/2023
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers504.0011/16/2022
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers528.0009/21/2022
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions159.0008/17/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions360.0007/13/2022
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers288.0011/10/2021
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers288.0010/27/2021
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers240.0008/31/2021
MS-61NGCDavid Lawrence RC150.0012/06/2020
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0011/11/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions810.0004/22/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions780.0001/12/2020
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers180.0011/20/2019
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions132.0009/18/2019
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions288.0008/28/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions660.0005/29/2019
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,410.0005/16/2019
MS-62PCGSKagin's132.0004/01/2019
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions156.0003/27/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions576.0002/03/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,440.0001/14/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,020.0007/15/2018
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0002/13/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions216.0002/06/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,800.0001/03/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions240.0009/05/2017
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions305.5001/10/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,997.5001/04/2017
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions223.2504/26/2015
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions499.3811/14/2014
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions499.3806/04/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions247.0012/05/2013
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers214.0004/16/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions223.0002/07/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions189.0001/14/2013
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions529.0001/09/2013
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions168.0001/09/2013
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions190.0003/17/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions196.0001/05/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions253.0004/28/2010
MS-67NGCStack's1,380.0011/09/2009
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions288.0010/22/2009
MS-60ICGHeritage Auctions109.0009/16/2009
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC277.0001/29/2009
MS-62ICGHeritage Auctions253.0009/01/2008
MS-66PCGSStack's900.0002/26/2008
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions138.0011/07/2007
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions161.0010/15/2007
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers265.0002/13/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions1,265.0001/01/2007
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions253.0008/22/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions184.0011/02/2005
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions127.0003/27/2005
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,128.0002/23/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions546.0004/21/2004
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions87.0009/22/2003
MS-67NGCSuperior Galleries1,035.0009/23/2002
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions173.0002/24/2002
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions105.0008/15/2001
MS-63NONEHeritage Auctions81.0011/16/2000