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IF the coin has a mint mark, it would be on the back under the bow of the wreath.
But remember, only about 1.1 million 1908 cents were minted at San Francisco compared to over 32 million at Philadelphia (no mint mark) so it's not likely that the coin will have a mint mark.
Interesting trivia: 1908 and 1909 Indian head pennies were the only US cents to ever have a mint mark on the reverse side.
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How much is a 1908 S Indian head penny worth?
Retail values for circulated coins run from $66.00-$238.00 depending in grade.
What is the value of a 1897 S Indian head penny?
Please check your coin again and post a new, separate question. Indian Head cents were made at San Francisco only in 1908 and 1909. The "S" mint mark is on the back under the wreath.
Where is the mint mark on an Indian head penny?
From their beginning in 1859, the Indian Head penny did not have any mint marks at all until 1908 and 1909 when the mint mark for San Francisco, California, "S", was placed on the reverse [tails] side of the coin beneath the wreath for the coins minted there.
What is a 1909 Indian head penny worth?
Most Indian head pennies of 1909 are worth between $2.00 and $10.00. However, if the penny is an 1909 S Indian head then it would be worth between $400 to $600 depending on the value grade.
What is the value of a 1918 one cent piece?
it really depends. if its an Indian head penny its probably a dollar. a penny with Lincoln is a really a penny because Lincoln went on the penny in about the mid 1900's.
How much is a 1908 S Indian head penny worth?
Retail values for circulated coins run from $66.00-$238.00 depending in grade.
What is the value of a 1897 S Indian head penny?
Please check your coin again and post a new, separate question. Indian Head cents were made at San Francisco only in 1908 and 1909. The "S" mint mark is on the back under the wreath.
Where is the mint mark on an Indian head penny?
From their beginning in 1859, the Indian Head penny did not have any mint marks at all until 1908 and 1909 when the mint mark for San Francisco, California, "S", was placed on the reverse [tails] side of the coin beneath the wreath for the coins minted there.
Where does the s have to be on a penny?
For a Lincoln cent, any mintmark is under the date on the obverse. Indian Head cents have the mintmark on the reverse under the wreath and can only be an "S" mintmark, on just on the 1908 & 1909 issues.
What is a rare year for Indian Head Penny?
The two rarest Indian Head pennies are the 1877 and the 1909-S.
What are pennies in good shape from 1908 worth today?
Pennies from 1908 in good shape can vary in value depending on their condition and mint. Generally, a well-preserved 1908 Indian Head penny can be worth around $1 to $5, while a 1908 Lincoln wheat penny can be valued at $0.50 to $3. It's best to have a coin appraiser assess the coin for a precise value.
What is a 1909 Indian head penny worth?
Most Indian head pennies of 1909 are worth between $2.00 and $10.00. However, if the penny is an 1909 S Indian head then it would be worth between $400 to $600 depending on the value grade.
What are rare dates for Indian head coins?
If you mean Indian Head cents? Some of the more desirable dates are: 1909-S, 1908-S, 1886, 1877, 1864, 1860 and 1859.
Why is the 1871 penny a key date?
The 1871 Indian Head Cent, with a mintage of 3,929,500, is considered a key date because there are only 3 other cents with lower mintages in the series. The famous 1877 cent with a mintage of 852,500, the 1908-S cent with a mintage of 1,115,000 and the 1909-S cent with a mintage of 309,000 are all considered key dates of the Indian Head Cents.
What is the value of a 1918 one cent piece?
it really depends. if its an Indian head penny its probably a dollar. a penny with Lincoln is a really a penny because Lincoln went on the penny in about the mid 1900's.
What is the value of a 1909-N Indian head penny?
Sorry no "N" mint marks on a Indian Head cent. But there is a "S" mint mark and that coin has retail values of $300.00-$900.00 for a circulated coin.
What is the value of a collection of Indian head pennies 1890 to 1909?
Indian cents from 1890 on are the most common dates, with 2 exceptions -- the 1908 & 1909 IF they have an "S" mintmark on the back. In circulated condition, with no problems, these are worth about $1.00 apiece. The 1908-S is worth about $45.00 The 1909-S is worth $250-$300
