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1863 Proof Indian Head Penny (copper-nickel) Value

1863 Proof Indian Head Cent (copper-nickel)

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1863 Proof Indian Head Penny (copper-nickel): front (type example, 1860 Indian Head cent)1863 Proof Indian Head Penny (copper-nickel): back (type example, 1860 wreath and shield reverse)
Type example: 1860 Indian Head cent and 1860 wreath and shield reverse. Your coin's date and mint mark may differ.
Photo creditsNational Numismatic Collection, National Museum of American History (photo: Jaclyn Nash) (PD; front, back)

Value by condition

Penny Value estimate · values as of Q4 2026

Proof
$1,800

By grade

Typical value at each grade. Penny Value estimate.
GradeValue
MS-63Mint State (Uncirculated)$1,800
MS-65Mint State (Uncirculated)$5,500

Values as of Q4 2026 · Penny Value estimate · based on 1 recorded sales · few sales, so treat it as a rough guide

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Specs

Series
Indian Head Cent (copper-nickel)
Year
1863
Mint
Philadelphia (no mint mark)
Strike
Proof
Mint mark
None (all made in Philadelphia)
Metal
Copper-nickel (88% copper, 12% nickel)
Weight
4.67 g
Mintage
460
Source: Wikipedia
Designer
James B. Longacre

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