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A slightly better date from a relatively lower mintage, of which many were melted down, making this a very scarce Indian Cent. The 1878 is a tougher date in circulated grades that becomes scarce in Mint State. It is notably rare in gem condition and very difficult to find with red color.
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:
1348
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1878
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:
1878
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
5,797,500
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2131
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Coin Value History
1878 1c MS RB
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1878 1c MS RB
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$2,600 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $2,200 | $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 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
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Worth: $5 – $25,000
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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
1878 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. CDN: $840 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 5,799,850. ...
$976
1878 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $575 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 5,799,850. ...
$610
1878 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $385 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 5,799,850. ...
$415
1878 1C MS66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 11 in 66, 0 finer (2/26). CDN: $1,750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mint...
$1,952
1878 Indian Cent. MS-62 RB (NGC).
$360
1878 1C Red and Brown--Cleaned, Corroded--ANACS. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/282). PCGS Population (1/365). Mintage: 5,799...
$126
1878 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. CAC: 48 in 65, 6 finer (11/25). CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 5,799...
$1,068
1878 Indian Cent. MS-64 RB (NGC).
$600
1878 Indian Cent. MS-63 RB (PCGS).
$384
1878 1C MS66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (11/0). Mintage 5,799,850. ...
$2,280
1878 1C MS62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (16/576). NGC Census: (17/361). CDN: $300 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. M...
$301
1878 1C --Altered Color--MS60 Red and Brown NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (0/275). PCGS Population (1/347). Mintage: 5,799,8...
$345
1878 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 5,799,850....
$900
1878 Indian Cent. MS-64 RB (PCGS).
$630
1878 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. Mintage 5,799,850. ...
$360
1878 1C MS66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (11/0 and 0/0+). Mintage 5,799,850. ...
$1,680
1878 1C MS62 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (16/346). PCGS Population: (15/566). CDN: $300 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mi...
$408
1878 1C MS60 Red and Brown ANACS. Appearing somewhat finer than the stated grade, the fields are noticeably reflective and ...
$253
1878 Indian Cent. MS-65 RB (ANACS). OH.
$720
1878 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $525 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 5,799,850....
$588
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