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1894

Small Cents · Indian Head Cents · 1859–1909
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 16,749,984 Combined mintage for all 1894 varieties
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerJames B. Longacre
Collector's Key IDCK-390

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About this coinHistory

The 1894 Indian Head cent was produced in approximately 16.8 million coins, a sharp decline from the 46 million of 1893. The Depression of 1893 was in full force, reducing demand for new coinage as economic activity contracted. The lower mintage makes the 1894 slightly scarcer than the peak-production years of the early 1890s, though it remains a common date by the standards of the full series.

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Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $5.50 $6.50
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $8 $9
F-12 Fine (F) $12.50 $14.50
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $19.50 $23
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $45 $52
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $57 $65
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $80 $92
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $158 $168
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1894 Indian Head Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $5.50–$6.50, rising to roughly $80–$92 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1894 Indian Head Cents were minted?
16,749,984 were struck (Combined mintage for all 1894 varieties).
What is a 1894 Indian Head Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1894 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 1894 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.