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The mintage for the 1861 Proof Indian Cent was originally 1,000 coins but less than half were saved. Very scarce in all grades up to the finest of gems that are quite rare. Cameo pieces are extremely rare in any grade you can find one in.
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:
1473
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1861
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
ONE CENT
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1861
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
1,000
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1860-1864
Composition:
0.880 Copper; 0.120 Nickel
PCGS #:
2256
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1861 1c PR
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1861 1c PR
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$21,500 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $18,000 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/138xxx/91d6d7df-cb4b-4987-aa83-e57f42cd6d6b.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $800 – $22,200
Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR CAM [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR CAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_j43x8-0.20200711170111970.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $2,500 – $65,000
Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR DCAM [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c 1859, Reverse of 1858 PR DCAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/ha_com_1291_3973-0.20200718072427999.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $10,000 – $12,000
1859 1c PR
Worth: $800 – $22,200
Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1314_3069-0.20200626062033810.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $325 – $22,200
Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR CAM [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR CAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_j43ur-0.20200711165804274.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1,200 – $42,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR DCAM [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Copper Nickel, 1860-1864 PR DCAM [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_j43vp-0.20200711165508859.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $2,000 – $24,000
1860 1c PR
Worth: $480 – $26,400
1862 1c PR
Worth: $400 – $22,200
1863 1c PR
Worth: $400 – $14,400
1864 1c Copper Nickel PR
Worth: $400 – $12,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR BN [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/legendauctions_hibid_com_lot_61849025-0.20200627042548350.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $100 – $5,500
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR RB [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/auctions_stacksbowers_com_lots_view_3_iavlw-0.20200712174109954.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $160 – $9,000
Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR RD [Type]
![Indian Head Cent 1c Bronze, 1864-1909 PR RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1883.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $220 – $25,000
1864 1c Bronze PR BN
Worth: $325 – $8,100
1861 Indian Cent. Proof-64 (PCGS).
$3,416
1861 1C PR62 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. PCGS Population: 13 in 62, 179 finer (4/26). CDN: $1,050...
$1,220
1861 1C PR66 PCGS. CAC. Snow-PR1. ...
$30,500
1861 1C PR65 PCGS. Snow-PR3. ...
$4,320
1861 Indian Cent. Proof. Unc Details--Questionable Color (PCGS).
$1,080
1861 1C PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (12/66). PCGS Population: (41/117). CDN: $1,200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 1,000. ...
$1,440
1861 1C Proof PCGS Genuine. Ex: Teich Family Collection. The PCGS number ending in .92 suggests cleaning as the reason, or ...
$764
1861 Indian Cent. Proof-64 (NGC).
$2,880
1861 1C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (11/114). NGC Census: (10/126). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free N...
$719
1861 Indian Cent. Snow-PR3. Proof-66 (PCGS).
$40,800
1861 Indian Cent. Snow-PR2. Proof-65+ (NGC).
$5,760
1861 1C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (41/110). NGC Census: (10/62). CDN: $1,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 1,000....
$1,440
1861 1C PR60 ANACS. NGC Census: (0/67). PCGS Population (0/103). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $342. (#2256)...
$748
1861 Indian Cent. Proof-64 (PCGS). CAC.
$3,360
1861 1C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (9/115). NGC Census: (5/65). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in ...
$805
1861 Indian Cent. Snow-PR3. Proof-66 (NGC).
$13,200
1861 1C PR65 PCGS. CAC....
$5,520
1861 1C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (41/110). NGC Census: (10/62). CDN: $1,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 1,000....
$2,040
1861 1C --Edge Corrosion--NCS. Unc. Details. Tan surfaces. Sharply struck and attractive, with the fields exhibiting conside...
$334
1861 1C PR64 PCGS. Snow-PR1. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. A tine coming off the denticle above the T in UNITED distinguishes t...
$2,760
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