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With 600 coins struck, the 1869 Indian Cent is a much better date in its proof series. Scarce up to gem PR65 at which point high-end gems, red pieces and those with cameo surfaces are very rare. Attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces are the most desirable and are not too difficult to come across.
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:
1514
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1869
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:
1869
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
600
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2295
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1869 1c PR RB
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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
1861 1c PR
Worth: $600 – $18,000
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
1869 Indian Cent. Proof-62 RB (PCGS).
$732
1869 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RB (PCGS). CAC. OGH Generation 1.2 Rattler.
$1,560
1869 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (14/9). Mintage 600. ...
$2,880
1869 1C PR66+★ Red and Brown NGC. CAC....
$3,000
1869 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (34/172). NGC Census: (12/92). CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mi...
$750
1869 1C PR60 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (1/183). NGC Census: (1/102). CDN: $135 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/P...
$264
1869 1C PR62 Red and Brown ANACS. A needle-sharp ...
$322
1869 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. This piece is housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. Mintage 600.From T...
$1,320
1869 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (40/7). Mintage 600. ...
$1,320
1869 Indian Cent. Proof-66+ RB (PCGS).
$4,935
1869 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. Ex: Teich Family Collection. PCGS Population: (33/163). NGC Census: (12/88). CDN: $450 Whs...
$630
1869 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (105/68). NGC Census: (51/44). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. ...
$1,020
1869 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (39/7). Mintage 600. ...
$1,200
1869 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. ...
$2,232
1869 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (31/143). NGC Census: (12/87). CDN: $350 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/...
$470
1869 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (105/68). NGC Census: (50/44). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. ...
$930
1869 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (51/17 and 1/2+). NGC Census: (38/6 and 1/1+). CDN: $1,300 Whsle. Bi...
$1,740
1869 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. ...
$2,938
1869 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (31/140). NGC Census: (12/87). CDN: $350 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/...
$540
1869 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (51/44). PCGS Population: (105/68). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. M...
$1,140
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