1869 Proof Indian Head Cent
| Weight | 3.11 grams |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Mintage | 600 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc |
| Melt Value | $0.04 (spot as of ) |
| Designer | James B. Longacre |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-335 |
The 1869 proof was struck in approximately 600 proofs. The proof shows the bronze Indian Head in mirrored relief. The 1869 proof is collected within the annual sequence. Color retention is the primary value factor among proof Indian Head cents of this era, with original red examples commanding multiples of the toned brown price.
| Grade | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — |
This table is for educational purposes only and is intended to illustrate general market price trends and pricing steps between grades. Actual market conditions may vary significantly, especially for rarer pieces that often command premiums above the ranges shown here.
No major varieties are known for this issue.
View all Indian Head Cents varieties →- PCGS CoinFacts: Indian Head Cents
- NGC Coin Explorer: Indian Head Cents
- Heritage Auctions Archives
- Stack's Bowers Auction Archives
- A Guide Book of United States Coins (The Red Book)
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