Price Guide for 1802 Cent Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1802 Cent variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.

1802 Penny 1/000, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $38.00 - $11,162.50
    Uncirculated: $17,250.00 - $27,600.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $129.50 - $458.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $300.00 - $11,500.00
    Uncirculated: $11,500.00 - $38,500.00
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1802 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $1.50 - $18,400.00
    Uncirculated: $427.00 - $43,125.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $13.50 - $4,400.00
    Uncirculated: $6,322.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $90.00 - $6,750.00
    Uncirculated: $7,250.00 - $38,500.00
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1802 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $89.00 - $276.00
    Uncirculated: $18,400.00 - $333,500.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $1,924.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $22,500.00 - $140,000.00
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1802 Penny S-225, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $43.00 - $4,945.00
    Uncirculated: $10,200.00 - $19,800.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $76.09 - $88.25
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $21,500.00
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1802 Penny No Stems, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $1.65 - $9,775.00
    Uncirculated: $2,937.50 - $21,850.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $36.55 - $1,082.77
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $100.00 - $13,500.00
    Uncirculated: $13,750.00 - $42,500.00
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1802 Penny No Stems, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $322.00
    Uncirculated: $75,325.00 - $241,500.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $14,000.00 - $60,000.00
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1802 Penny S-226, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $35.00 - $7,763.00
    Uncirculated: $8,400.00 - $17,400.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $49.99 - $335.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $2,000.00 - $5,750.00
    Uncirculated: $6,500.00 - $19,000.00
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1802 Penny S-227, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $49.00 - $5,290.00
    Uncirculated: $19,388.00 - $32,900.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $219.00 - $1,250.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $5,250.00
    Uncirculated: $28,500.00
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1802 Penny S-229, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $61.00 - $5,287.50
    Uncirculated: $17,919.00 - $22,800.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $132.50
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $1,750.00
    Uncirculated: $31,000.00
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1802 Penny S-230, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $52.00 - $5,280.00
    Uncirculated: $7,800.00 - $16,450.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $43.50 - $1,260.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $4,500.00
    Uncirculated: $19,000.00
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1802 Penny S-230, RB (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $2,850.00
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1802 Penny S-232, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $57.00 - $12,000.00
    Uncirculated: $1,680.00 - $15,275.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $127.50 - $2,131.00
    Uncirculated: $6,000.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $75.00 - $5,750.00
    Uncirculated: $6,500.00 - $40,000.00
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1802 Penny S-233, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $49.00 - $4,406.25
    Uncirculated: $19,975.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $36.00 - $1,900.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $4,500.00
    Uncirculated: $19,000.00
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1802 Penny S-234, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $100.00 - $12,337.50
    Uncirculated: $32,900.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $76.00 - $550.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $1,600.00
    Uncirculated: $36,000.00
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1802 Penny S-234, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $141,000.00
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1802 Penny S-235, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $43.00 - $3,120.00
    Uncirculated: $11,456.00 - $24,000.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $162.50 - $1,450.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $3,500.00
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1802 Penny S-236, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $65.00 - $7,188.00
    Uncirculated: $9,988.00 - $21,500.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $132.50 - $900.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $5,750.00
    Uncirculated: $6,500.00 - $26,000.00
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1802 Penny S-237, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $89.00 - $3,565.00
    Uncirculated: $4,112.50 - $23,500.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $51.00 - $675.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $4,500.00
    Uncirculated: $13,000.00 - $29,500.00
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1802 Penny S-238, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $204.00 - $13,225.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $120.50
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1802 Penny S-239, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $115.00 - $5,875.00
    Uncirculated: $10,800.00 - $14,100.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $40.00 - $10,500.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $4,500.00
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1802 Penny S-239, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $21,738.00 - $27,600.00
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1802 Penny S-240, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $75.00 - $12,338.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $128.50 - $425.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $4,500.00
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1802 Penny S-242, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $59.00 - $5,290.00
    Uncirculated: $14,100.00 - $32,400.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $78.77 - $236.47
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $125.00 - $4,500.00
    Uncirculated: $19,000.00
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1802 Penny S-NC-1, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $156.00 - $19,975.00
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1802 Penny S-NC-2, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $336.00 - $10,800.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $600.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $410.00
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1802 Penny S-228 1/000, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $61.00 - $9,000.00
    Uncirculated: $5,875.00 - $54,050.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $150.00 - $1,200.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $300.00 - $9,000.00
    Uncirculated: $12,000.00 - $37,500.00
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1802 Penny S-228 1/000, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $82,250.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $80,000.00
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1802 Penny S-231 No Stems, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $65.00 - $8,519.00
    Uncirculated: $3,290.00 - $47,000.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $62.00 - $1,775.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $75.00 - $11,500.00
    Uncirculated: $12,000.00 - $13,500.00
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1802 Penny S-231 No Stems, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $49,200.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $62,500.00
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1802 Penny S-231 No Stems, RD (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $150.00
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1802 Penny S-241 No Stems, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $55.00 - $23,500.00
    Uncirculated: $16,200.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $153.53 - $187.50
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $75.00 - $11,500.00
    Uncirculated: $12,000.00 - $31,000.00
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Design and Specifications of the 1802 Cent

The 1802 Cent, part of the Draped Bust series, was produced during the early years of the United States Mint. This coin represents a crucial period in American numismatic history, as the young nation was establishing its currency system. The Draped Bust design, introduced in 1796, was a significant improvement over its predecessor, the Liberty Cap cent.

Weight 10.89 grams
Diameter 29 mm
Mint Marks None (all minted in Philadelphia)
Composition 100% Copper
Obverse Design Draped Bust design, featuring Liberty facing right, designed by Robert Scot
Reverse Design Wreath design with 'ONE CENT' in center, designed by Robert Scot

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1802 Cents. Due to their age and extensive circulation, high-grade examples are extremely rare and highly sought after by collectors. Coins in VF (Very Fine) condition or better command significant premiums.

The quality of the strike, presence of original red copper color, and absence of environmental damage (such as corrosion or porosity) greatly influence desirability. Coins with smooth, problem-free surfaces and good eye appeal are particularly valuable.

Philadelphia, No Mint Mark

Mintage: 3,435,100

Rarity Scale: Scarce

Circulation Status: Limited Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Extremely rare in grades MS60 and above

Varieties Errors: 1802/0 Overdate, Stemless Wreath variety

Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens

Several factors can significantly impact the value of 1802 Cents:

1. Varieties: The 1802/0 overdate variety, where the '2' was punched over a '0', is rarer and more valuable than the regular issue.

2. Die State: Late die state examples showing significant die cracks or other characteristics can be of interest to specialists.

3. Provenance: Coins with a documented history of ownership by notable collectors can command a premium.

4. Toning: Natural, attractive toning can enhance the value, especially on higher grade examples.

5. Historical Significance: As an early American coin, the 1802 Cent holds particular appeal for collectors of early copper and colonial era American history enthusiasts.

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