The value of an 1819 one-cent coin depends on several factors, primarily its condition (grade) and whether it’s a large date or small date variety.
Here’s a general overview of 1819 Large Cent values:
- Good: Approximately $22
- Fine: Approximately $40
- Extremely Fine: Approximately $275
- Uncirculated: Approximately $375
- This variety, also known as the 1819/(8) large date, is an overdate where the 9 is struck over an 8.
- Values can range significantly based on grade and specific variety (e.g., N-1, N-2).
- For example, an MS BN (Mint State Brown) can range from $13.50 to $3,750.
- An MS RB (Mint State Red Brown) can range from $925 to $7,250.
- One example, a PCGS MS62 BN (Brown) was bought for $2,173.75 . Another, a PCGS MS65 BN , has an auction record of $19,800.
Note: The small date varieties are considered more common than the overdate varieties. However, several small date varieties are considered moderately scarce.
Important considerations affecting value:
- Grading: Professional grading services like NGC and PCGS evaluate the condition of coins and assign a numerical grade, significantly influencing the coin’s value.
- Color Designation: For copper coins like the Large Cent, the amount of original red color remaining affects the value:
– Brown (BN): Less than 5% original red.
– Red Brown (RB): Between 5% and 95% original red.
– Red (RD): More than 95% original red (these command the highest premiums).
- Die Variety: As noted with the 1819 large date and small date, specific die varieties can affect the rarity and value of a coin.
- Eye Appeal: The overall attractiveness of a coin, including luster, toning, and strike quality, plays a role in its value.
Where to find more information:
- Coin price guides, like the Red Book, offer estimated values based on different grades.
- [Greysheet] and [NGC’s website] provide detailed information on specific varieties, including sales records and population reports.
- Coin dealers and auction houses like [GreatCollections] specialize in buying and selling rare coins and can provide professional appraisals.
To determine the precise value of your 1819 one-cent coin, it is recommended to consult a reputable coin dealer or have it professionally graded.
Which American 1 cent coins are valuable?
Great question! 1943-D Lincoln Bronze Wheat Penny — $2.3 million. …
1944-S Steel Wheat Penny — $1.1 million. …
1793 Strawberry Leaf Cent — $862,500. …
1943-S Lincoln Cent Struck on Bronze — $282,000. …
1909 VDB Matte Proof Lincoln Penny — $258,000. …
1958 Doubled Die Obverse Cent — $224,831. …
1856 Flying Eagle Cent — $172,500.
What is a 1 cent coin worth today?
Thanks for asking. Most Australian one cent coins are still only worth 1 cent, so a complete set of Australian 1 cent coins running from 1966 to 1990 is fairly easy to complete in circulated condition.