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These two coins would be referred to as: Indian Head cents. In 1887, there were ~45,224,000 coins minted; in 1888, the US Mint produced ~37,490,000 coins. Therefore, the 1888 coin is worth a bit more because fewer were minted.

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The "TRICK" here is to get the question right . . . it should be stated as

"Why are 1888 pennies worth more than 1887 pennies?"

And the answer? -

Because there is one more penny.

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