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Indian Head cent1873 Indian Head Penny Value
When worn, an 1873 Indian Head Penny is typically worth about $6.00. Worth looking for: the 1873 Indian Head Penny, Doubled LIBERTY (about $290 when worn, a rough estimate from few sales).
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Every 1873 penny
Worn = typical value when worn (Good to Very Fine); MS-60 = uncirculated. Values as of Q4 2026 · Penny Value estimates · not an offer to buy.
- 1873Philadelphia · Included in the 11,676,500 1873 total; not counted separately.$6.00worn$360MS-60
- 1873 Doubled LIBERTYPhiladelphia · Included in the 11,676,500 1873 total; not counted separately.$290worn$1,400MS-60
- 1873 ProofPhiladelphia · Proof · 1,100 made$200proof
The proof penny listed here was sold to collectors in sets, so you won't normally find it in change.
How to tell them apart
- The letters of LIBERTY on the headband are strongly doubled: 1873 Doubled LIBERTY
- Look for doubling on the upper parts of the letters: 1873 Doubled LIBERTY
Mint marks
All 1873 pennies made for circulation were struck in Philadelphia and have no mint mark.
Questions
How much is an 1873 Indian Head penny worth?
When worn, an 1873 Indian Head Penny is typically worth about $6.00. Worth looking for: the 1873 Indian Head Penny, Doubled LIBERTY (about $290 when worn, a rough estimate from few sales). These are Penny Value estimates as of Q4 2026, for information only.
Which 1873 pennies are worth the most?
Among 1873 pennies made for circulation: the 1873 Indian Head Penny, Doubled LIBERTY (about $290 when worn, a rough estimate from few sales). Valuable pennies are often faked or altered, so check the signs first. Grading costs about $30–$70, so it usually pays only for coins worth more than about $150.
Where is the mint mark on an 1873 penny?
All 1873 pennies made for circulation were struck in Philadelphia and have no mint mark.