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A near semi-key date in the Indian Cent Series in which very few have been saved, explains the scarcity of the 1874. Most of the surviving examples are known in circulated grades. Scarce in Mint State as the value gradually increases with more red color. High-end red gems are extremely rare.
Obverse Description
A portrait bearing the likeness of a Native American in full headdress framed by the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery. The date is centered at the bottom under the portrait.
Reverse Description
The reverse bears the denomination of ONE CENT in the center surrounded by a wreath bearing a ribbon with arrows tied in at the bottom center.
Catalog Information
GSID:
1336
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1874
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
ONE CENT
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1874
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
14,187,500
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2119
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Coin Value History
1874 1c MS RB
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$2,350 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,900 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 MS [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/Indian-Cent.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $5 – $25,000
1859 1c MS
Worth: $5 – $25,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 MS [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1863-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $6 – $72,000
1860 1c Round Bust MS
Worth: $6 – $18,000
1860 1c Pointed Bust MS
Worth: $7 – $28,800
1861 1c MS
Worth: $14 – $72,000
1862 1c MS
Worth: $6 – $72,000
1863 1c MS
Worth: $6 – $18,750
1864 1c Copper Nickel MS
Worth: $14 – $20,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS BN [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_j4gae-0.20200712022457246.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1 – $1,688
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS RB [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/981xxx/b7d2ef71-9a5a-4a36-8889-23a25d97c412.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $44 – $2,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS RD [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 MS RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20200826/ha_com_131705_30309-0.20200826140250544.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $110 – $120,000
1864 1c Bronze MS BN
Worth: $10 – $625
1864 1c Bronze MS RB
Worth: $160 – $11,500
1864 1c Bronze MS RD
Worth: $300 – $18,000
1874 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $450 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 14,187,500. ...
$641
1874 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. CAC: 63 in 65, 4 finer (2/26). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 14,1...
$1,098
1874 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. Mintage 14,187,500. ...
$288
1874 1C MS66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (16/0 and 0/0+). Mintage 14,187,500. ...
$1,440
1874 1C MS61 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (2/383). PCGS Population: (0/642). MS61. Mintage 14,187,500. ...
$168
1874 1c PCGS VF25
$48
1874 1C MS62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (23/603). NGC Census: (11/369). Mintage 14,187,500. ...
$192
1874 1C -- Cleaning -- PCGS Genuine. AU Details. NGC Census: (0/371). PCGS Population (0/577). Mintage: 14,187,500....
$74
1874 1C -- Questionable Color--Genuine PCGS . This PCGS number ending in 91 suggests Questionable color as the reason, or ...
$89
1874 1C XF45 ICG. NGC Census: (0/310). PCGS Population (0/424). Mintage: 14,187,500. (#2119)...
$89
1874 1C Red and Brown--Corroded--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/307). PCGS Population (0/410). Mintage: 14,187,500. Numi...
$104
1874 1C Indian Cent--Off-Center--VF30 ICG. ...
$374
1874 1C --Damaged--ICG. Good 4 Details. NGC Census: (0/307). PCGS Population (0/410). Mintage: 14,187,500. (#2119)...
$15
1874 1C MS64 Red and Brown ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 14,187,500....
$348
1874 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. Mintage 14,187,500. ...
$630
1874 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. Mintage 14,187,500. ...
$312
1874 1C MS66+ Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (27/0 and 1/0+). Mintage 14,187,500. ...
$1,680
1874 1C MS61 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (1/381). PCGS Population: (0/642). Mintage 14,187,500. ...
$192
1874 1C VF25 ICG. NGC Census: (0/302). PCGS Population (0/405). Mintage: 14,187,500. (#2119)...
$42
1874 1C MS62 Red and Brown PCGS. EX: "E.B.Strickland Collection". PCGS Population: (22/616). NGC Census: (11/368). Mintage...
$168
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