Price Guide for 1843 Cent Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $17.00 – $1,668.00Uncirculated: $4.20 – $10,925.00
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eBayCirculated: $37.00 – $575.00Uncirculated: $404.00 – $1,462.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 – $510.00Uncirculated: $625.00 – $13,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2.65 – $1,762.50Uncirculated: $411.25 – $7,475.00
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eBayCirculated: $20.50 – $750.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $20.00 – $675.00Uncirculated: $700.00 – $5,750.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $42.00 – $764.00Uncirculated: $288.00 – $7,762.50
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eBayCirculated: $5.00 – $275.00Uncirculated: $312.53
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $22.00 – $875.00Uncirculated: $1,150.00 – $9,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $82.25 – $2,820.00Uncirculated: $2,160.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $5,750.00Uncirculated: $11,500.00 – $21,150.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8,500.00 – $40,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $35.00 – $121.00Uncirculated: $3,220.00 – $13,512.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $14,750.00 – $45,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $121.00Uncirculated: $2,760.00 – $22,425.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,000.00 – $28,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $121.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $144.00Uncirculated: $1,150.00 – $25,300.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,250.00 – $5,250.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $156.00 – $823.00Uncirculated: $661.00 – $5,520.00
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eBayCirculated: $20.00 – $305.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $32.00 – $535.00Uncirculated: $650.00 – $4,600.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,469.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $173.00 – $633.00Uncirculated: $1,150.00 – $3,760.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,850.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $5,581.25
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $230.00 – $776.00Uncirculated: $734.38 – $4,700.00
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eBayCirculated: $26.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $32.00 – $535.00Uncirculated: $650.00 – $5,850.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,400.00 – $9,650.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $99.88 – $920.00Uncirculated: $270.25 – $3,525.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $650.00 – $1,600.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,406.25 – $5,170.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $173.00 – $633.00Uncirculated: $399.50 – $6,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $775.00 – $4,750.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $161.00 – $633.00Uncirculated: $834.00 – $2,520.00
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eBayCirculated: $66.05 – $270.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $550.00Uncirculated: $675.00 – $4,650.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $3,055.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $391.00 – $646.00Uncirculated: $1,560.00 – $3,055.00
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eBayCirculated: $32.00 – $237.50
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,528.00 – $5,040.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $84.00 – $552.00Uncirculated: $750.00 – $8,812.50
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eBayCirculated: $34.00 – $38.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $675.00 – $13,650.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $156.00 – $500.00Uncirculated: $660.00 – $7,050.00
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eBayCirculated: $21.81 – $200.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $30.00 – $900.00Uncirculated: $1,200.00 – $9,650.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $76.00Uncirculated: $19,388.00 – $27,025.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,100.00 – $28,750.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $69.00 – $1,035.00Uncirculated: $441.00 – $4,406.25
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $250.00 – $600.00Uncirculated: $750.00 – $5,850.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $168.00 – $506.00Uncirculated: $1,783.00 – $3,995.00
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eBayCirculated: $240.00Uncirculated: $457.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $20.00 – $615.00Uncirculated: $650.00 – $5,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,380.00 – $7,200.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5,400.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $84.00 – $2,280.00Uncirculated: $2,468.00 – $6,168.75
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eBayUncirculated: $4,950.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $121.00 – $431.00Uncirculated: $1,035.00 – $9,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $250.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,350.00 – $15,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $19,094.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $25,850.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $30,000.00 – $36,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $8,800.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $16,450.00 – $21,850.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $552.00 – $12,600.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $18,975.00 – $28,200.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $30,500.00 – $36,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1843 Cent
The 1843 Cent, also known as the Braided Hair Large Cent, was part of the series minted from 1839 to 1857. Christian Gobrecht’s design was a refinement of the earlier Matron Head design, featuring a more youthful and artistic representation of Liberty. This coin was produced during a period of economic recovery following the Panic of 1837, reflecting the nation’s growing stability and prosperity.
| Weight | 10.89 grams |
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| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Mint Marks | None (Philadelphia only) |
| Composition | 100% Copper |
| Obverse Design | Liberty Head (Braided Hair), designed by Christian Gobrecht |
| Reverse Design | Wreath of laurel leaves enclosing 'ONE CENT', designed by Christian Gobrecht |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in determining the value of an 1843 Cent. Coins in circulated conditions are relatively common and affordable, but examples in Mint State grades become increasingly scarce and valuable.
Key factors affecting condition include:
1. Original red color: Copper cents that retain their original mint red color are highly prized.
2. Surface preservation: Coins free from significant marks, scratches, or corrosion command premium prices.
3. Strike quality: Well-struck coins with full details, especially in the hair and wreath, are more desirable.
Mintage: 2,425,342
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: Petite Head and Mature Head varieties
Market Demand: Moderate, with higher demand for high-grade specimens
Variety collecting adds another dimension to the 1843 Cent’s value. The Petite Head and Mature Head varieties are of interest to specialized collectors, with the Petite Head generally being scarcer.
Provenance can significantly impact value, especially for high-grade specimens with a history of belonging to notable collections.
Coins with attractive natural toning, particularly those exhibiting rich chocolate brown or red-brown colors, often command premiums over coins with less appealing coloration.
