1874 Cent Value: Mint Varieties, Rarity, and Current Prices

Price Guide for 1874 Cent Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1874 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.

1874 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $12.00 - $264.00

  Uncirculated: $86.00 - $1,233.75
• eBay

  Circulated: $6.00 - $357.99

  Uncirculated: $108.27 - $711.76
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $20.00 - $225.00

  Uncirculated: $230.00 - $1,100.00

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1874 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $823.00

  Uncirculated: $253.00 - $27,025.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $800.00 - $45,050.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $275.00 - $22,500.00

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1874 Penny, BN (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $71.00

  Uncirculated: $4.25 - $1,380.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $156.50

  Uncirculated: $185.50 - $1,325.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $200.00 - $1,450.00

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1874 Penny, RB (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $173.00 - $4,560.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $265.99 - $3,000.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $200.00 - $4,500.00

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1874 Penny, RD (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $219.00 - $7,050.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $200.00 - $6,000.00

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1874 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $11.00 - $230.00

  Uncirculated: $104.00 - $3,055.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $16.66

  Uncirculated: $200.00 - $1,000.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $250.00 - $1,850.00

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1874 Penny DDO FS-101 S-1, BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $94.00 - $230.00

  Uncirculated: $1,821.25
• eBay

  Circulated: $179.95

  Uncirculated: $550.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $36.00 - $310.00

  Uncirculated: $365.00 - $1,950.00

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1874 Penny DDO FS-101 S-1, RB (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $575.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $410.00 - $2,200.00

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1874 Penny, CAM (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $575.00 - $10,350.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $225.00 - $11,500.00

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Design and Specifications of the 1874 Cent

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of an 1874 Indian Head Cent significantly impacts its value and desirability among collectors. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are particularly sought after, with premium prices for those grading MS65 or higher.

Key factors affecting the coin's grade include:

1. Strike quality: Well-struck coins with sharp details, especially on the Indian's headdress and the wreath on the reverse, command higher premiums.
2. Luster: Original mint luster, free from wear or cleaning, is highly desirable.
3. Surface preservation: Coins free from significant marks, scratches, or other imperfections are more valuable.
4. Color: Original red or red-brown specimens are typically more valuable than brown examples.

Additional factors that can affect the value of an 1874 Indian Head Cent include:

1. Toning: Natural, attractive toning can enhance a coin's appeal and value.
2. Strike characteristics: Some collectors seek coins with particularly sharp strikes or interesting die characteristics.
3. Provenance: Coins with a notable ownership history or pedigree may command a premium.
4. Certification: Coins graded and encapsulated by reputable third-party grading services often sell for higher prices than raw (ungraded) coins.

While the 1874 Indian Head Cent is not considered a key date, high-grade examples are scarce and highly sought after by collectors and investors focusing on quality.