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The Closed 3 Variety from 1873 displays serifs on the 3 that are so close, it can be confused with an 8. This variety is far more rare than its Open 3 counterpart. Common through MS63 with MS64's and finer gems becoming more scarce. We start seeing true rarity in this issue at the MS65 level especially with red color.
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:
1331
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1873
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
Variety:
Closed 3
Coin Date:
1873
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
11,676,500
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2111
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Coin Value History
1873 1c Closed 3 MS RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$18,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $18,000 | $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 |
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
1873 Indian Cent. Close 3. MS-66 RD (CACG).
$28,800
1873 Indian Cent. Close 3. MS-64 RD (PCGS).
$1,560
1873 1C Closed 3 MS65+ Red PCGS. CAC....
$8,400
1873 1C Closed 3, Doubled Die Obverse MS63 Red PCGS. FS-102, Snow-2. ...
$1,265
1873 1C Closed 3 AU55 ICG. NGC Census: (0/18). PCGS Population (0/36). (#2111)...
$230
1873 1C Closed 3 MS66 Red PCGS. CAC....
$15,000
1873 1C Closed 3 MS64 Red PCGS. CAC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal sticker, with card included....
$2,280
1873 Indian Cent. Close 3. MS-65 RD (PCGS).
$6,000
1873 1C Closed 3 MS63 Red PCGS. ...
$1,610
1873 1C Closed 3 MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$40,800
1873 1C Closed 3 MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (18/19). NGC Census: (4/5). CDN: $1,550 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. ...
$1,620
1873 1C Closed 3 MS65+ Red PCGS Gold Shield. CAC. ...
$5,040
1873 1C Closed 3 MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. The 1873 Closed 3 cent is more than twice as scarce as its Open 3 counterpart in Red c...
$45,600
1873 1C Closed 3 MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (19/19). NGC Census: (4/4). CDN: $1,400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. ...
$1,560
1873 1C Closed 3 MS65+ Red PCGS Secure. CAC. ...
$5,040
1873 1C Closed 3 MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$19,200
1873 1C Closed 3 MS64 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (19/19). NGC Census: (4/3). CDN: $1,400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64....
$2,760
1873 Indian Cent. Close 3. MS-65 RD (PCGS).
$5,640
1C 1873 CLOSED 3. PCGS MS66+ RD CAC
$27,025
1873 1C Closed 3 MS64+ Red PCGS. ...
$1,645
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