As of May, 2024, a 1897 Penny MPD FS-401, S-1, BN in circulated condition is worth between $55.00 and $325.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $350.00 and $3,500.00, 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 $3,360.00 in the 01/24/2021 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: 50,464,392
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1897 Penny Mpd Fs-401, 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-653,500.00
MS-64+2,850.00
MS-642,750.00
MS-63+1,475.00
MS-631,200.00
MS-62+600.00
MS-62550.00
MS-61410.00
MS-60350.00
AU-58+325.00
AU-58315.00
AU-55+305.00
AU-55300.00
AU-53+275.00
AU-53265.00
AU-50+240.00
AU-50235.00
XF-45+225.00
XF-45220.00
XF-40215.00
VF-35210.00
VF-30190.00
VF-25185.00
VF-20175.00
F-15150.00
F-12135.00
VG-1090.00
VG-880.00
G-675.00
G-465.00
AG-355.00

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 State350.003,500.001,520.56
About Uncirculated235.00325.00282.50
Extremely Fine215.00225.00220.00
Fine and Very Fine135.00210.00174.17
Good and Very Good65.0090.0077.50
Poor, Fair, and About Good55.0055.0055.00

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 1897 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1897 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)2.0065.0070.00240.00
1897 Penny, BN (Proof)N/AN/A150.003,500.00
1897 Penny RPD FS-402 S-8, BN (Regular Strike)27.00160.00215.00400.00
1897 Penny RPD FS-402 S-8, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A230.00575.00
1897 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A75.001,450.00
1897 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A80.00135,000.00
1897 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A225.0012,000.00
1897 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A450.0045,000.00
1897 Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A12,500.00110,000.00
1897 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A160.0012,500.00

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.

1897 Penny Mpd Fs-401, 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

$633.00

Lowest Sale Price
$2,280.00

Highest Sale Price
$1,550.75

Average Sale Price
$2,280.00

Most Recent Sale Price
4

Number of Sales
$6,203.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-65+1,150.003,105.002,089.33
MS-64805.003,360.002,346.67
MS-63633.002,280.001,550.75
MS-62+780.00810.00795.00
AU-58432.00475.00453.50
AU-55+264.00264.00264.00
AU-55324.00329.00326.50
AU-53192.00978.00585.00
AU-50282.00299.00290.50
XF-45+225.00225.00225.00
XF-45220.00220.00220.00
XF-4090.00228.00150.25
VF-35135.13135.13135.13
VF-3088.0088.0088.00
F-1541.00169.00105.00
F-1256.0056.0056.00
G-639.5039.5039.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1897 Penny MPD FS-401, S-1, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from G-6 to MS-65+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-64 having the highest max price $3,360.00.

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 1897 Penny MPD FS-401, S-1, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1897 Penny MPD FS-401, S-1, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 47.06% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Bowers & Merena with 23.53% / 8.82% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1897 Penny MPD FS-401, 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
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions169.0004/30/2023
AU-58PCGSStack's Bowers432.0011/09/2022
AU-55+PCGSStack's Bowers264.0011/09/2022
MS-62+PCGSStack's Bowers780.0011/09/2022
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers2,280.0008/31/2022
AU-58PCGSDavid Lawrence RC475.0012/05/2021
XF-40PCGSStack's Bowers115.0007/28/2021
MS-62+NGCHeritage Auctions810.0007/15/2021
XF-40ICGGoldberg Auctioneers168.0006/16/2021
AU-53PCGSStack's Bowers192.0005/25/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,360.0001/24/2021
AU-55+PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0011/20/2019
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions228.0007/25/2018
XF-45+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC225.0005/07/2018
AU-55PCGSHeritage Auctions324.0011/28/2017
XF-40PCGSStack's Bowers90.0002/22/2017
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions282.0001/10/2017
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions1,762.5010/03/2016
G-6PCGSDavid Lawrence RC39.5007/25/2016
F-12ANACSHeritage Auctions56.0009/29/2015
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions1,527.5007/10/2014
VF-30PCGSGreat Collections88.0003/23/2014
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions135.1303/17/2014
F-15NGCGreat Collections41.0012/29/2013
XF-45NGCGreat Collections220.0010/07/2012
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions329.0008/02/2012
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0003/08/2012
MS-65+NGCStack's Bowers2,013.0006/14/2011
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena2,875.0011/03/2010
MS-65+NGCBowers & Merena3,105.0008/07/2010
AU-53PCGSBowers & Merena978.0011/13/2009
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0010/01/2008
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions299.0001/09/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions805.0005/05/2004