How Much Is a 1863 Indian Head Cent (Copper-Nickel) Worth?
A 1863 Indian Head Cent (Copper-Nickel) sells for about $10.24; the middle half of 57 recent sales went for $7 to $16.
Typical sale price
$10.24
Half of 57 recent sales went for $7 to $16
Lowest $2.25. Highest $99, far above the rest.
Sold price guide, updated October 27, 2026
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Recent sales
6 of the 57 completed sales behind this guide.
- $6Sold Oct 26
1863 US Copper Nickel Indian Head Cent! Good! Old US Coin!
- $7.50Sold Oct 26
$ .01 1863 Copper/Nickel Indian Head Cent Very Good VG
- $6.99Sold Oct 26
1863 Indian Head Penny American Civil War Copper Nickel US Coin Rare Old Cent o4
- $99Sold Oct 25
1863 Indian Head Cent Copper-Nickel PCGS Xf45 Civil War Era Penny Collector Coin
- $9.87Sold Oct 24
1863 Copper Nickel Indian Head Cent Penny- Fine Details
- $6.99Sold Oct 24
1863 Indian Head Penny American Civil War Copper Nickel US Coin Rare Old Cent o3
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What moves the price
Asking or sold
Listings ask
$32.48
median asking price
Sales closed at
$10.24
217% under asking
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1863 Indian Head Cent (Copper-Nickel) worth?
A 1863 Indian Head Cent (Copper-Nickel) sells for about $10.24; the middle half of 57 recent sales went for $7 to $16.
Is one worth selling?
A typical one sells for $10.24. After eBay's selling fee that leaves about $8.85, before shipping and what you paid for it.
What is the most one has sold for?
The highest of the 57 recent sales we track was $99. That is well above the middle half of sales, $7 to $16.
What are sellers asking for one?
Listings ask about $32.48, 217% above the $10.24 that sales actually closed at.
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Based on 57 recent sold listings. Last updated October 27, 2026.
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