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1883

Small Cents · Indian Head Cents · 1859–1909
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 45,598,109
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerJames B. Longacre
Collector's Key IDCK-364

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No additional varieties recorded for this strike.

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About this coinHistory

The 1883 Indian Head cent was struck in a mintage of approximately 45.6 million coins, close to the production levels seen during the Civil War hoarding crisis. The high output reflected strong commercial demand for the cent denomination. The Brooklyn Bridge opened in May 1883, connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn and symbolizing the engineering ambition of the Gilded Age. The cent was the coin of the toll booth, the newsstand, the peanut vendor on the bridge.

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Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $4 $4.50
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $4.50 $5.50
F-12 Fine (F) $8 $9
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $10 $11.50
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $19.50 $23
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $28 $32
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $53 $61
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $95 $101
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1883 Indian Head Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $4–$4.50, rising to roughly $53–$61 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1883 Indian Head Cents were minted?
45,598,109 were struck.
What is a 1883 Indian Head Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1883 Indian Head Cent?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1883 Indian Head Cent a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.