1908 Indian Head Cent
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$1,380 AU55 08-01-2002 Superior Galleries
Description
The 1908 Indian Head Cent represents a Philadelphia Mint issue from the Indian Head Cents 1859-1909 series. The U.S. Mint produced 32.3 million examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 97% of production. The obverse features Liberty wearing a feathered headdress, often misidentified as a Native American — actually represents Liberty adorned with a chief's war bonnet and the reverse displays an oak wreath with a shield at the top, enclosing ONE CENT. First year of San Francisco production for the denomination, making the 1908-S a significant issue. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $3 to $81 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2229.
External References
Error Varieties(3)
1908 Indian Head Cent Misplaced Date FS-301 Snow-4
1908 Indian Head Cent Misplaced Date FS-302 Snow-9
1908 Typical Die Clash TDC-1C-1908-01
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