1882 Cent Value: Mint Varieties, Rarity, and Current Prices

Price Guide for 1882 Cent Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1882 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.

1882 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $8.00 - $1,140.00

  Uncirculated: $22.00 - $528.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $7.50 - $118.15

  Uncirculated: $23.50 - $1,207.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $2.00 - $105.00

  Uncirculated: $110.00 - $500.00

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1882 Penny, BN (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $150.00

  Uncirculated: $84.00 - $6,325.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $170.50 - $1,200.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $150.00 - $3,150.00

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1882 Penny, RB (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $1.60 - $3,526.18
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $247.50 - $2,100.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $175.00 - $3,150.00

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1882 Penny, RD (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $207.00 - $11,456.25
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $310.00 - $1,250.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $185.00 - $12,000.00

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1882 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $49.00 - $2,530.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $47.00

  Uncirculated: $76.00 - $850.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $100.00 - $1,100.00

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1882 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $115.00 - $35,938.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $98.00 - $4,161.88
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $280.00 - $26,000.00

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1882 Penny MPD FS-302 S-6 (009.43), BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $264.00 - $3,525.00

  Uncirculated: $282.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $185.00 - $625.00

  Uncirculated: $500.00 - $950.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $18.00 - $415.00

  Uncirculated: $450.00 - $1,250.00

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1882 Penny MPD FS-302 S-6 (009.43), RB (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $1,840.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $500.00 - $7,000.00

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1882 Penny, CAM (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $517.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $695.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $500.00 - $5,750.00

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1882 Penny Broken 2, FS-301, S-2, BN (Regular Strike)

• eBay

  Circulated: $26.25 - $360.00

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Design and Specifications of the 1882 Cent

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of an 1882 Indian Head Cent significantly impacts its value. While the coin is relatively common in circulated grades, examples in uncirculated condition become increasingly valuable.

Key factors affecting value include:

1. Strike quality: Well-struck coins with full details are more desirable.
2. Luster: Original mint luster adds to the coin's appeal and value.
3. Color: Original red or red-brown specimens command higher premiums than brown examples.
4. Surface preservation: Coins free from noticeable marks, scratches, or spots are more valuable.

Coins graded MS65 or higher are considerably scarce and valuable, especially those with full red color.

Additional factors that can affect the value of an 1882 Indian Head Cent include:

1. Toning: Attractive, natural toning can enhance a coin's appeal and value.
2. Die varieties: While no major varieties are known for this year, minor die variations may interest specialized collectors.
3. Provenance: Coins with a notable ownership history may command a premium.
4. Certification: Coins graded and encapsulated by reputable third-party grading services often sell for higher prices.
5. Market trends: The overall demand for Indian Head cents can fluctuate, affecting values across all grades.

While not a key date, the 1882 Indian Head Cent remains a popular coin for both type set collectors and series specialists, contributing to its steady demand in the numismatic market.