Price Guide for 1817 Cent Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1817 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.

1817 Penny 15 Stars, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $1.50 - $9,400.00
    Uncirculated: $1,610.00 - $50,600.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $24.00 - $1,339.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $36.00 - $4,750.00
    Uncirculated: $6,000.00 - $71,500.00
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1817 Penny 13 Stars, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $4.20 - $10,925.00
    Uncirculated: $4.10 - $35,650.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $19.50 - $747.77
    Uncirculated: $410.00 - $2,150.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $28.00 - $1,000.00
    Uncirculated: $1,050.00 - $11,000.00
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1817 Penny 13 Stars, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $138.00 - $4,370.00
    Uncirculated: $276.00 - $4,320.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $695.00 - $1,500.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1,100.00 - $5,500.00
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1817 Penny 13 Stars, RD (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $150.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $130.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $2,750.00 - $7,250.00
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1817 Penny 15 Stars, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $12,075.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $65,000.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 1, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $102.00 - $2,880.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $22.72 - $255.00
    Uncirculated: $81.00 - $1,722.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $2,500.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 2, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $114.00 - $1,980.00
    Uncirculated: $750.00 - $5,581.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $135.01 - $395.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $50.00 - $840.00
    Uncirculated: $890.00 - $10,000.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 3, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $50.00 - $1,116.25
    Uncirculated: $1,495.00 - $5,581.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $31.00 - $1,050.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $35.00 - $925.00
    Uncirculated: $1,000.00 - $7,000.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 4, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $300.00 - $1,380.00
    Uncirculated: $4,080.00 - $7,638.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $23.00 - $300.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $65.00 - $750.00
    Uncirculated: $2,800.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 4, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $7,763.00 - $9,400.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 5, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $264.00 - $660.00
    Uncirculated: $1,800.00 - $7,800.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $203.50
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1,600.00 - $2,000.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 5, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $11,750.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 6, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $156.00 - $900.00
    Uncirculated: $748.00 - $9,600.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $178.00 - $420.05
    Uncirculated: $1,925.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $35.00 - $825.00
    Uncirculated: $900.00 - $5,500.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 6, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,645.00 - $2,040.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 7, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $144.00 - $6,463.00
    Uncirculated: $2,880.00 - $35,250.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1,500.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 8, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $80.00 - $998.75
    Uncirculated: $1,020.00 - $2,760.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $62.99 - $392.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $35.00 - $825.00
    Uncirculated: $900.00 - $9,500.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 9, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $156.00 - $1,980.00
    Uncirculated: $660.00 - $4,800.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $115.00 - $950.00
    Uncirculated: $1,600.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $35.00 - $825.00
    Uncirculated: $900.00 - $9,500.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 9, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $3,525.00 - $3,840.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4,500.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 6, BN (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $61,687.50
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $124.95
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 10, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $164.50 - $1,020.00
    Uncirculated: $920.00 - $5,581.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $40.00 - $79.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $35.00 - $825.00
    Uncirculated: $900.00 - $4,500.00
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1817 Penny, BN (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $48,300.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $16.50 - $739.95
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $40,000.00 - $67,500.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 11, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $432.00 - $793.13
    Uncirculated: $456.00 - $5,760.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $199.00 - $1,036.11
    Uncirculated: $1,500.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $35.00 - $825.00
    Uncirculated: $900.00 - $2,300.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 12, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $55.00 - $6,600.00
    Uncirculated: $1,821.25 - $8,625.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $56.00 - $125.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1,100.00
    Uncirculated: $2,500.00 - $5,750.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 13, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $990.00 - $1,560.00
    Uncirculated: $780.00 - $8,225.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $26.32 - $134.98
    Uncirculated: $4,770.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $35.00 - $825.00
    Uncirculated: $900.00 - $9,500.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 13, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $2,243.00 - $2,585.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $3,000.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 13, RD (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,920.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 14, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $198.58 - $540.50
    Uncirculated: $446.50 - $2,232.50
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $1,128.75
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $30.00 - $825.00
    Uncirculated: $900.00 - $4,500.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 14, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,003.00 - $3,360.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1,600.00 - $2,150.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 15, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $324.00 - $3,055.00
    Uncirculated: $3,290.00 - $6,600.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $104.49 - $178.34
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1,000.00 - $3,000.00
    Uncirculated: $3,850.00 - $7,000.00
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1817 Penny Newcomb 17, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $456.00 - $9,987.50
  • eBay
    Circulated: $38.00 - $600.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $2,200.00 - $10,000.00
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1817 Penny N-16, 15 Stars, BN (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $114.00 - $5,040.00
    Uncirculated: $2,040.00 - $76,375.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $20.00 - $2,495.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $50.00 - $4,500.00
    Uncirculated: $6,000.00 - $65,000.00
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1817 Penny N-16 15 Stars, RB (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $58,750.00 - $72,000.00
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Design and Specifications of the 1817 Cent

The 1817 Cent, also known as the Coronet Head or Matron Head Large Cent, was part of the early copper coinage of the United States. This coin represents a transitional period in American numismatics, as it was produced during the early years of the U.S. Mint's operations. The design, created by Robert Scot, was an evolution of the earlier Classic Head cent and would continue with minor modifications until 1839.

Weight 10.89 grams
Diameter 29 mm
Mint Marks None (All 1817 cents were minted in Philadelphia)
Composition 100% Copper
Obverse Design Coronet Head (Liberty Head), designed by Robert Scot
Reverse Design Wreath of laurel leaves enclosing denomination, designed by Robert Scot

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of an 1817 Cent significantly impacts its value and desirability. Due to the coin's age and the less precise minting techniques of the era, finding high-grade specimens is challenging. Coins in VF (Very Fine) condition or better are highly sought after by collectors.

The quality of the strike, presence of original red color, and absence of environmental damage (such as corrosion or porosity) are crucial factors. Coins with sharp details, good luster, and attractive, even patina command premium prices.

Philadelphia, No Mint Mark

Mintage: 3,948,400

Rarity Scale: Scarce

Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS60 and above, with few surviving specimens in uncirculated condition

Varieties Errors: 13 Stars, 15 Stars, and N-16 'Punctuated Date' varieties

Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples and notable varieties

Several factors can further enhance the value of an 1817 Cent:

1. Varieties: The 13 Stars and 15 Stars varieties are particularly desirable, with the 15 Stars being rarer and more valuable.

2. Die States: Later die states showing interesting characteristics like cracks or clashing can be more valuable to specialists.

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

4. Originality: Coins with original surfaces, free from cleaning or other alterations, are highly prized.

5. Toning: Attractive, natural toning can significantly increase a coin's appeal and value.

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