The 1902 Indian Head Penny is a rare and highly desired coin that is valued by collectors for its historical and numismatic value. This image shows the front view of the 1902 Indian Head Penny. ©Evan's Studio, 2023.

Explore the History and Value of the Elusive 1902 Indian Head Penny

    The 1902 Indian Head Penny is a rare and highly desired coin that has a rich history and provides significant value to collectors. The 1902 Indian Head Penny is composed of 95% Copper and 5% Tin and Zinc. The Indian Head Penny was first minted in 1859 and continued until 1909. It features the bust of a Native American on the front, with the words "Liberty" and the date of minting inscribed on the coin. It's common for circulated coins from this era to show wear and tear due to their age. In the coin shown above, you may have noticed that the inscription "Liberty" has worn off. Despite this, these coins remain highly desired by collectors for their historical and numismatic value. The back of the coin features a wreath and the words "One Cent" as shown in the picture below.

 The 1902 Indian Head Penny is a rare and highly desired coin that is valued by collectors for its historical and numismatic value. This image shows the back view of the 1902 Indian Head Penny. ©Evan's Studio, 2023.

    The 1902 Indian Head Penny is particularly valuable because it is one of the last years that the coin was minted. It is also rare due to its relatively low mintage. Collectors and investors often pay a premium for rare and historical coins like the 1902 Indian Head Penny. If you have one of these coins in your possession, it could be worth a significant amount of money.

     If you mistakenly found this page looking for the 1902 liberty head nickel value, then you can visit this page for more details. According to NGC, "as of October 2023, a Liberty Head Nickel from 1902 in circulated condition is worth between $1.50 and $100. However, on the open market 1902 Nickels in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $28500."

    To determine the value of a 1902 Indian Head Penny, you can consult a coin valuation guide or seek the advice of a professional coin dealer. 

The value of the coin will depend on its condition and rarity, as well as other factors such as demand, supply, precious metal composition, and market trends. The 1902 Indian Head Penny is a rare and valuable coin that is of interest to collectors, historians, and investors alike. If you find one of these coins, it is worth learning more about its history and value.

    Wondering what your penny is made out of and how much it is worth? Enter the year of your penny and find out what it is composed of. 

More coin resources:

• https://www.ngccoin.com/ 
• https://www.pcgs.com/

    Don't miss your opportunity to bid on this beautiful 1902 Indian Head Penny featured in the pictures - the auction is live now on my eBay store! Visit my store now to place your bid and bring this coin home. For more on coins, check out my recent blog post about 1922 Silver Dollars.