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The 1882 Indian Cent is a common issue in the Indian Cent Series. Circulated coins are extremely common and accessible. In order for uncirculated coins to be scarce and valuable there must partial or total red coloring. The finest gems can be very rare. The issue comes with strong luster and a red-orange coloring.
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:
1361
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1882
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:
1882
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
38,578,000
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2144
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Coin Value History
1882 1c MS RD
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1882 1c MS RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$24,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $20,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
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: $8 – $25,000
1859 1c MS
Worth: $8 – $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: $7 – $72,000
1860 1c Round Bust MS
Worth: $8 – $18,000
1860 1c Pointed Bust MS
Worth: $16 – $28,800
1861 1c MS
Worth: $20 – $72,000
1862 1c MS
Worth: $7 – $72,000
1863 1c MS
Worth: $7 – $18,750
1864 1c Copper Nickel MS
Worth: $16 – $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
1882 1C MS63 Red PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. PCGS Population: 18 in 63, 259 finer (3/26). CDN: $34...
$378
1882 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$34,160
1882 Indian Cent. MS-66 RD (PCGS). CAC.
$7,200
1882 Indian Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS).
$576
1882 1C MS65 Red PCGS. CAC....
$3,120
1882 1C --Altered Color--NCS. Unc Details. Sharply struck and lustrous. Both surfaces are about 90% red with wisps and tinge...
$126
1882 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (16/190). NGC Census: (2/132). Mintage: 38,581,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for proble...
$218
1882 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC....
$19,800
1882 Indian Cent. MS-66 RD (PCGS).
$5,280
1882 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (109/124 and 1/11+). NGC Census: (37/39 and 0/1+). CDN: $460 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCG...
$456
1882 1C MS65 Red PCGS....
$1,800
1882 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (13/187). NGC Census: (2/57). Mintage: 38,581,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $185. (#21...
$155
1882 1C MS67 Red PCGS. ...
$21,600
1882 1C MS66 Red PCGS....
$3,840
1882 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (109/123). NGC Census: (36/36). CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 38,...
$396
1882 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (97/30). NGC Census: (30/6). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 38,581...
$870
1882 1C MS63 Red ANACS. NGC Census: (2/57). PCGS Population (14/188). Mintage: 38,581,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $185. (#2...
$115
1882 1C MS67 Red PCGS. ...
$21,850
1882 1C MS66 Red PCGS. ...
$4,920
1882 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (109/120). NGC Census: (36/36). CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 38,...
$492
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