As of May, 2024, a 1904 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $225.00 and $30,000.00, 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 $29,900.00 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: 1,817
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1904 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-6730,000.00
MS-66+7,500.00
MS-663,350.00
MS-65+2,150.00
MS-651,550.00
MS-64+750.00
MS-64600.00
MS-63+425.00
MS-63375.00
MS-62+300.00
MS-62275.00
MS-61250.00
MS-60225.00

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 State225.0030,000.003,673.08

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 1904 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1904 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)1.0040.0045.00175.00
1904 Penny, BN (Proof)N/AN/A135.001,250.00
1904 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A55.00600.00
1904 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A65.0010,000.00
1904 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A160.005,000.00
1904 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A550.009,000.00

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.

1904 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

$299.00

Lowest Sale Price
$863.00

Highest Sale Price
$495.77

Average Sale Price
$456.00

Most Recent Sale Price
27

Number of Sales
$13,385.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-673,520.0029,900.0016,890.00
MS-661,380.002,990.002,287.08
MS-65506.001,998.001,126.31
MS-64+587.50705.00646.25
MS-64299.00863.00495.77
MS-63173.00345.00244.43
MS-62204.00275.00239.50
AU-50603.00603.00603.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1904 Penny, RD (Proof) coin across various grades from AU-50 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $29,900.00.

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 1904 Penny, RD (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1904 Penny, RD (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 75.95% share, followed by Bowers & Merena / Stack's Bowers with 6.33% / 5.06% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1904 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-64NGCHeritage Auctions456.0005/24/2023
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers1,800.0011/09/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions960.0005/23/2022
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,233.7507/15/2021
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0001/29/2020
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0009/12/2017
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions517.0001/10/2016
MS-62PCGSDavid Lawrence RC275.0012/06/2015
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions587.5009/20/2015
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0004/26/2015
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions822.5004/26/2015
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions529.0009/25/2013
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers330.0002/22/2013
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections611.0001/20/2013
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,998.0001/09/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions441.0011/29/2012
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,175.0009/06/2012
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers646.2508/04/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0005/30/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0004/18/2012
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers345.0011/15/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0010/13/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,530.0001/05/2011
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena403.0001/03/2011
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena316.0011/09/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions360.0010/27/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions633.0004/28/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions299.0004/28/2010
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena518.0009/22/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0007/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions29,900.0004/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions17,250.0007/30/2008
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC411.0007/10/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0005/28/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0005/01/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,035.0001/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0012/05/2006
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions173.0008/22/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0008/13/2006
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers863.0002/07/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,875.0001/01/2006
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena2,185.0010/27/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,415.0007/27/2005
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC331.0004/25/2005
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions776.0002/23/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0001/12/2005
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,035.0011/04/2004
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions196.0010/20/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions391.0009/22/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions351.0009/09/2004
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,875.0009/07/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0007/20/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0006/03/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions213.0005/26/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,760.0005/05/2004
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,208.0003/09/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,530.0001/07/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0001/07/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0001/07/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0012/31/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,064.0011/07/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions920.0009/01/2003
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries1,150.0007/27/2003
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions178.0005/05/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,064.0005/01/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0002/01/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0001/08/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0001/01/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions978.0011/21/2002
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions748.0009/01/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions311.0007/27/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0006/09/2002
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions863.0006/01/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0001/09/2002
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions506.0001/09/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0004/05/2001
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0001/04/2001
AU-50NONEStack's603.0005/01/2000
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena3,520.0007/28/1997