The value of an 1890 Indian Head penny depends on its condition or grade.
Here’s a general overview of the value based on different conditions:
- Good (G-4): $3.
- Fine (F-12): $5.
- Extremely Fine (XF-40 or XF-45): $16.
- Uncirculated (MS-60 to MS-70): $30.
- Proof Issues: The Philadelphia Mint produced 2,740 proof issues in 1890, and these are categorized by their toning (brown, red-brown, or red).
Proof coins with red toning and exceptional luster are the most valuable.
- Rare Error Coins: Some 1890 Indian Head pennies have rare errors that increase their value, such as a Double Strike ($500 to $2,000) or a Tripled Die Obverse ($460 to $560).
Third-party grading services like the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) and the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) can authenticate and grade your coin based on its condition. This will give you a standardized and objective evaluation of the coin’s value, [according to The CSN Mint].
Remember, these are just general values, and the actual price you might get for your coin can vary depending on various market factors.
Which American 1 cent coins are valuable?
I can help with that. 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 year of Indian Head Penny is the rarest?
From my experience, The most valuable Indian Head Penny is the one that has a date of 1877. Nevertheless, they’re all valuable in their own right and any collector would be lucky to have one.
What is a 1890 penny made of?
Great question! 1890 Indian Head Penny, a U.S. Small Cent coin made of Copper in Brown color. Struck at the Philadelphia mint, it is uncertified and ungraded. This coin features the profile of a Native American on the obverse side and an oak wreath on the reverse side.