1872 Indian Head Penny: $126,500+ Value Guide

The King of 19th Century Copper Coinage

At CoinVerse.Pro, we authenticate the legendary 1872 Indian Head cent – the rarest issue in this iconic series that commands $126,500+ in top condition. Here’s why collectors prize this numismatic treasure.

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Key Identification Features

➡️ Obverse Design:

• Liberty in Native American headdress
• “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” legend
• 1872 date (lowest mintage in series)

➡️ Reverse Design:

• Laurel wreath surrounding “ONE CENT”
• No shield design (introduced in 1860)

➡️ Physical Specifications:
✅ Composition: 95% copper, 5% tin/zinc
✅ Weight: 3.11g
✅ Diameter: 19mm

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Valuation Breakdown (2024 Market)

Grade	PCGS Certified Value	Auction Record
MS-65 RB	$100,000–$150,000 💎	$126,500 🏆
MS-63 RB	$60,000–$90,000	$82,300
AU-58	$25,000–$40,000	$37,600

Mintage: Only 4,042,000 struck (lowest in series)
Survivors: Fewer than 15 known in Mint State

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5-Step Authentication Protocol

1️⃣ Magnification Inspection (10x-30x)

• Verify feather details in headdress
• Check for authentic 1872 die markers

2️⃣ Weight/Diameter Verification

• Must be 3.09g-3.11g
• Diameter: 19mm exact

3️⃣ Metal Composition Test

• XRF verification of 95% copper alloy
• Matches 1872 mint specifications

4️⃣ Surface Analysis

• Check for original red-brown toning
• Verify natural wear patterns

5️⃣ Die Variety Study

• Compare to known 1872 die pairs
• Match obverse/reverse characteristics

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Why This Commands $126K+

✔️ Lowest mintage in Indian Head series
✔️ Extremely rare in Mint State
✔️ Transitional 19th-century Americana
✔️ Iconic design beloved by collectors
✔️ Museum-quality historical significance

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⚠️ Critical Warning:

• Many electrotype copies exist
• Only purchase PCGS/NGC certified examples

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