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The 1905 Indian Cent is a common issue in the Indian Cent Series that would make the ideal type coin because of its high mintage, accessibility and affordability. Circulated coins are extremely common and accessible. In order for uncirculated coins to be scarce and valuable there must be some, if not complete, red coloring and in gem condition.
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:
1439
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1905
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:
1905
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
80,717,011
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2222
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Coin Value History
1905 1c MS RD
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1905 1c MS RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$19,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $15,500 | $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 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $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
1905 1C MS67 Red PCGS. ...
$13,420
1905 1C MS64 Red PCGS. CDN: $320 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 80,719,163. ...
$439
1905 1C MS65 Red PCGS. CDN: $575 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 80,719,163. ...
$671
1905 Indian Cent. MS-66 RD (PCGS). CAC.
$2,640
1905 Indian Cent. MS-63 RD (PCGS).
$192
1905 1C Indian Cent -- Struck on a Quarter Eagle Planchet -- MS64 PCGS. ...
$105,750
1905 1c NGC MS62 RD
$69
1905 1C MS67 Red NGC....
$3,840
1905 1C MS64 Red PCGS. CDN: $320 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 80,719,163. ...
$354
1905 1C MS65 Red NGC. Housed in a Generation 5 fatty holder. NGC Census: (193/71). PCGS Population: (197/83). CDN: $525 Whs...
$468
1905 1C MS66+ Red PCGS. CAC....
$4,320
1905 Indian Cent. MS-63 RD (PCGS).
$156
1905 1C --Questionable Color--Genuine PCGS. This PCGS number ending in 9 suggests Questionable Color as the reason, or perha...
$69
1905 MS62 Red ANACS. ...
$42
1905 Indian Cent. MS-67 RD (PCGS).
$14,400
1905 Indian Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS).
$336
1905 Indian Cent. MS-65 RD (PCGS).
$576
1905 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (74/5). Mintage 80,719,163. ...
$1,020
1905 Indian Cent. MS-63 RD (PCGS). OGH.
$76
1905 1C MS67 Red PCGS. ...
$13,800
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