Price Guide for 1906 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 PriceUncirculated: $16.00 – $27,600.00
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eBayUncirculated: $22.00 – $2,499.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $70.00 – $24,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $7.00 – $201.00Uncirculated: $13.00 – $1,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $3.25 – $309.00Uncirculated: $12.06 – $599.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $2.00 – $38.00Uncirculated: $40.00 – $450.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $90.00 – $4,025.00
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eBayUncirculated: $114.50 – $787.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $125.00 – $1,300.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1.00 – $6,463.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.00 – $1,299.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $160.00 – $3,250.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $80.00 – $14,950.00
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eBayUncirculated: $249.99 – $630.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $225.00 – $15,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $460.00 – $30,550.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $235.00 – $28,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $25.00Uncirculated: $23.00 – $690.00
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eBayCirculated: $17.50 – $90.99Uncirculated: $35.00 – $684.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $50.00 – $875.00
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eBayUncirculated: $142.00 – $175.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $135.00Uncirculated: $160.00 – $300.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $164.50 – $264.00
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eBayUncirculated: $939.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $170.00 – $600.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $109.00
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eBayUncirculated: $350.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $31.00 – $154.00
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eBayCirculated: $325.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $210.00Uncirculated: $250.00 – $550.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $599.00
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eBayUncirculated: $331.69
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $250.00 – $650.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $216.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2,820.00
Design and Specifications of the 1906 Cent
The 1906 Indian Head Cent is part of the long-running Indian Head cent series, which was produced from 1859 to 1909. This coin represents a late-stage example of the design, minted just three years before the introduction of the Lincoln cent. The Indian Head cent was widely circulated and played a significant role in everyday commerce during the early 20th century.
| Weight | 3.11 grams |
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| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Mint Marks | None (Philadelphia) |
| Composition | 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc |
| Obverse Design | Indian Head, designed by James Barton Longacre |
| Reverse Design | Oak wreath and shield, designed by James Barton Longacre |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of a 1906 Indian Head Cent significantly impacts its value. While the coin is relatively common in circulated grades, examples in uncirculated condition become increasingly valuable. Coins graded MS63 or higher are particularly desirable.
Key factors affecting condition include:
– Strike quality: Well-struck coins with full details are more valuable.
– Luster: Original mint luster adds to the coin’s appeal and value.
– Surface preservation: Coins free from notable marks or blemishes command higher premiums.
Mintage: 96,022,255
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, popular with collectors of the Indian Head series
Toning can play a role in a 1906 Indian Head Cent’s desirability. Attractive, natural toning can enhance a coin’s appeal to collectors, potentially increasing its value. However, unattractive or artificial toning can detract from the coin’s value.
While not particularly rare, the 1906 Indian Head Cent benefits from its status as part of a popular and historically significant series. Collectors often seek high-grade examples to complete date sets or as type coins representative of the Indian Head design.
