1978 Indian Head Cent

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I just bought that coin, for 4.25. My 2003 redbook says the coin is worth 23.00 in g. Did I get a good deal?

 

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Well, that coin is AG at best, almost PO, so the answer is...maybe.

 

I only consider a coin a good deal if I walk away happy that I got it. Honestly, you didn't do bad.

 

Don't use the Redbook for a price guide, use Ebay past auctions, or Heritage.

 

Monkeyman, That coin is AG and scratched. But for the $7 you paid for it, it fills a void and you can upgrade at a later time, if you want to. Enjoy your new coin.

Bruce

 

Greysheet Bid/Ask for the coin is $19/$21 in Good-4. That coin has AG details with a few gouges. I say that you didn't do too badly, but what matters is that you are satisfied with the piece as an addition to your set.

 

I agree with what everyone said....if you're happy with the coin, then it was a good deal. If you have to second-guess your purchases, you may want to hold-off till you feel comfortable with a certain price for a certain piece. But, for $4.25, it's hard to go wrong with a 130 year old piece of history.
Guy~

 

for an 1878 not a bad price.
Probably AG-, scratched & cleaned (polished).