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The mintage more than doubles this year compared to recent prior issues with 2,350 coins struck. Brown pieces are common along with red-brown; only the finest gems are scarce. Full red gems are scarce as well, with the finest ones being very rare. Any grade with a cameo is scarce, at a minimum, with high Mint grades being rare. Look for attractively toned brown pieces or blazing red surfaces as those are the most coveted and are not too tough to find.
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:
1559
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1878
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:
1878
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
2,350
Coinage Type:
Indian Head Cent
Coinage Years:
1864-1909
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
PCGS #:
2322
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Coin Value History
1878 1c PR RB
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1878 1c PR RB
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$4,250 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $3,700 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
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
1878 Indian Cent. Proof-63 RB (PCGS). OGH.
$488
1878 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RB (PCGS).
$793
1878 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Housed in a Generation 2.1 green label holder. PCGS Population: 93 in 65 (2 in 65+), 17 fi...
$1,098
1878 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (14/1 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (9/0 and 0/0+). PR66. Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,380
1878 1C PR67 Red and Brown Cameo NGC. ...
$3,360
1878 1C PR62 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (5/186). PCGS Population: (7/375). PR62. Mintage 2,350. ...
$216
1878 1C PR61 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (0/167). PCGS Population (0/264). Mintage: 2,350. (#2322)...
$299
1878 Indian Cent. Proof-63 RB (ANACS). OH.
$312
1878 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. CDN: $410 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 2,350. ...
$512
1878 Indian Cent. Proof-65 RB (PCGS).
$840
1878 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (8/0). PCGS Population: (15/1). PR66. Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,110
1878 1C PR62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (7/365). NGC Census: (5/186). Mintage 2,350. ...
$360
1878 1C PR61 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (0/164). PCGS Population (0/255). Mintage: 2,350. (#2322)...
$288
1878 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (87/315). NGC Census: (33/176). CDN: $260 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. M...
$324
1878 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. CDN: $410 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 2,350. ...
$537
1878 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage 2,350....
$780
1878 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (8/0). PCGS Population: (15/1). PR66. Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,320
1878 1C PR62 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (5/164). PCGS Population (5/259). Mintage: 2,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for pro...
$253
1878 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (87/314). NGC Census: (33/175). CDN: $260 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. M...
$312
1878 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RB (PCGS). OGH Generation 3.1.
$915
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