As of May, 2024, a 1898 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $175.00 and $17,500.00, 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 $15,600.00 in the 06/21/2018 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 1,795
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1898 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-67+17,500.00
MS-6712,500.00
MS-66+4,000.00
MS-662,850.00
MS-65+1,900.00
MS-651,500.00
MS-64+950.00
MS-64750.00
MS-63+450.00
MS-63375.00
MS-62+325.00
MS-62300.00
MS-61200.00
MS-60175.00

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 State175.0017,500.003,126.79

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 1898 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1898 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)6.0065.0067.00425.00
1898 Penny, BN (Proof)N/AN/A130.002,400.00
1898 Penny MPD FS-402 S-5, BN (Regular Strike)31.00162.00165.00350.00
1898 Penny MPD FS-402 S-5 (011.66), RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A180.00400.00
1898 Penny MPD FS-402 S-5 (011.66), RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A285.002,650.00
1898 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A70.002,350.00
1898 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A75.0025,000.00
1898 Penny MPD FS-401 S-12 (011.65), BN (Regular Strike)31.00150.00180.00285.00
1898 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A160.006,500.00
1898 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A185.0025,000.00
1898 Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A200.0011,500.00

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.

1898 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

$661.00

Lowest Sale Price
$3,680.00

Highest Sale Price
$1,186.59

Average Sale Price
$840.00

Most Recent Sale Price
30

Number of Sales
$35,597.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-674,169.0015,600.007,531.00
MS-66630.005,581.252,025.43
MS-65+1,495.001,495.001,495.00
MS-65661.003,680.001,186.59
MS-64288.001,468.75582.91

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1898 Penny, RD (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $15,600.00.

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 1898 Penny, RD (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1898 Penny, RD (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 75.68% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Bowers & Merena with 8.11% / 4.05% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1898 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-65PCGSHeritage Auctions840.0004/30/2023
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,140.0009/21/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,020.0008/31/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions630.0005/23/2022
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC615.0005/15/2022
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,260.0011/10/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,320.0004/28/2021
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers504.0011/18/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,200.0002/26/2020
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions900.0012/07/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions480.0005/01/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions969.6001/14/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,520.0010/14/2018
MS-64PCGSKagin's420.0009/24/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,040.0008/19/2018
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers15,600.0006/21/2018
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC750.0006/03/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,140.0001/03/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions481.7507/05/2016
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,233.7507/20/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,468.7507/12/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0006/07/2015
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers646.2503/27/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,232.5008/05/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions5,581.2501/08/2014
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,293.0012/05/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0004/24/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions558.0003/21/2013
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,610.0008/04/2012
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers776.0009/06/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0009/22/2010
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions818.0001/06/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0005/01/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions4,169.0004/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0007/30/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions891.0006/26/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions8,625.0006/26/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions5,175.0005/28/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0005/28/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions3,738.0004/01/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0011/29/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0009/27/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0009/27/2007
MS-66NGCStack's2,070.0006/20/2007
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena2,013.0008/16/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0004/26/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,323.0003/26/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0001/01/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0001/01/2006
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,035.0011/30/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0009/09/2004
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions460.0007/20/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0005/05/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0002/25/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,530.0001/31/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions414.0001/12/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0001/07/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0001/07/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0001/07/2004
MS-66PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,495.0001/05/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions380.0012/31/2003
MS-66NGCSuperior Galleries1,725.0007/27/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0007/26/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions661.0001/08/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions3,680.0001/08/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions7,188.0001/01/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0011/21/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0007/27/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,035.0006/01/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions834.0004/05/2001
MS-67PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers5,060.0002/16/2001
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0001/04/2001
MS-65NONEBowers & Merena2,530.0008/30/1999
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena1,430.0007/28/1997