Diameter: 19 mm
Mintage: 852,500
Weight: 3.11 grams (48 grains)
Metal: Bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc)
Edge: Plain
Designer: James B. Longacre
The 1877 is the undisputed key date of the Indian Head cent series. With a tiny circulation mintage of just 852,500 — by far the lowest of any business-strike date in the run — even a well-worn 1877 cent is an object of numismatic desire. Examples are elusive in every grade and highly counterfeited, so certification by a major grading service is strongly recommended. If you believe you have a genuine 1877, we would be glad to review it.
What’s It Worth?
Values depend heavily on grade, strike, color, and authentication. For a current, no-obligation valuation of your coin, send a few photos to our coin experts — we actively buy Indian Head cents in every grade. Email info@coinappraiser.com or call 888-707-1564.