1861 Indian Head Cent
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
$30 - $527
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-67). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$63,250 MS68 04-01-2009 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1861 Indian Head Cent is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Indian Head Cents 1859-1909 series. Total mintage reached 10.1 million. The design is by James Barton Longacre. Struck in 88% copper, 12% nickel, weighing 4.7 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2061.
