Indian Head pennies (1859-1909) are among the oldest commonly collected US coins. Despite their age, many error varieties exist including repunched dates, doubled dies, and die cracks.
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Scan My CoinThe 9 was punched over an 8 in the date, showing traces of the underlying 8.
How to check: Examine the 9 in the date with magnification. Remnants of an 8 should be visible at the curves.
$200 - $2,000+Rick Snow cataloged hundreds of Indian Head penny die varieties, including doubled dies and repunched dates.
How to check: Compare your coin to Snow variety reference images, focusing on the date, legends, and design details.
$10 - $500+ depending on varietyThe date was punched into the die multiple times, leaving traces of secondary impressions.
How to check: Examine each digit of the date under magnification for secondary impressions or misalignment.
$10 - $150The aging dies frequently cracked, especially in later die states.
How to check: Look for raised lines across the design or raised blobs at the rim.
$5 - $100Overdates like the 1869/8 ($200-$2,000+), Snow-cataloged doubled dies, and major die breaks top the list. Even common dates with errors can be worth $10-$100.
Yes! Many die varieties and errors go unnoticed due to the age and wear of these coins. A magnifying glass and ErrorHunt AI can help identify overlooked varieties.
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