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1902

Small Cents · Indian Head Cents · 1859–1909
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 87,376,722
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerJames B. Longacre
Collector's Key IDCK-407

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About this coinHistory

The 1902 Indian Head cent was struck in approximately 87.4 million coins, another record. Production had scaled dramatically since the low-mintage semi-key years of the 1870s. The Mint was now striking nearly 90 million cents per year from a single facility in Philadelphia. The 1902 is a common date, widely available.

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GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $1.50 $2
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $2.50 $2.50
F-12 Fine (F) $4 $4.50
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $4.50 $5.50
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $8 $9
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $16.50 $19
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $33 $38
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $69 $73
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1902 Indian Head Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $1.50–$2, rising to roughly $33–$38 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1902 Indian Head Cents were minted?
87,376,722 were struck.
What is a 1902 Indian Head Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1902 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 1902 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.