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1882 H Canadian Large Cent

The 1882 H Canadian Large Cent featuring Queen Victoria represents the first bit of consistency as it was the first time that the Heaton Mint in Birmingham England produces these coins 2 straight consecutive years. Before 1882 the minting was spotty at best.

1882 H Canadian Large Cent

What are 1882 H Canadian Large Cents worth? Average values for the Large Cent Queen Victoria Penny issued in 1882 vary from location to location but on average you can expect to see this coins listed price to be around $15.00 in poor condition and $2500.00 in a mint state. However, if you are selling to a dealer you can expect to get a reduced rate of between $11.25-$1875 as dealers have to make some sort of profit.

  • Year: 1882
  • Type: Large Cent Queen Victoria Penny
  • Private Party Value: $15.00-$2500.00+
  • Dealer Price: $11.25-$1875+
  • Face Value: 0.01 CAD
  • Produced: 4,000,000
  • Shape: Round

About: With around 4 million of these Canadian beauties minted in 1882, there is ample opportunity to find this coin in your preferred condition. Looking for a low tier, probably easy to find. While higher end RD specimens are available occasionally they are rather expensive to buy and sell.

1882 H Canadian Large Cent

Obverse (front)

Latin inscription, "VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA. CANADA", which means Victoria, Queen by the Grace of God. Young Queen Victoria with laurel wreath in her hair.

1882 H Canadian Large Cent

Reverse (back)

ONCE CENT and the Date in a circle located center. 16 total maple leaves wind their way around the outermost circle.

Designer: Leonard Charles Wyon (Obverse), Leonard Charles Wyon (Reverse)

History Repeats Itself

A well known and popular saying for a good reason. One of the best predictors of a coin's value is its historic sales. Here are a few sales records for the 1882 H Canadian Large Cent. This may better give you an idea what your coin is worth.

Sales Date Coin Grade Price
2018-01-15 1882 H Canadian Large Cent MS63 BN $75 (Stacks Bowers)
2023-11-02 1882 H Canadian Large Cent MS63 BN $163 (Stacks Bowers)
2013-11-06 1882 H Canadian Large Cent MS64 RB $211 (Stacks Bowers)
2013-04-22 1882 H Canadian Large Cent MS64 $558 (Heritage)
2016-04-19 1882 H Canadian Large Cent MS65 RD $1,645 (Heritage)
2019-08-15 1882 H Canadian Large Cent MS65 RD $2,880 (Heritage)
Sales Date Coin Grade Price

Variations and Errors

Known variations include

  • Red (RD) color variations are for some reason super rare. - one sold for $1,100 MS-65 RED
  • Red Brown (RB) - These are not the absolute best in color but they seem to make up the majority of the higher end sales. As state before RD not readily available.
  • Brown (BN) color variations are very affordable.

Where is the mint mark located? If the coin in question has a mint mark it will be at the bottom center of the reverse. Look for an H which stands for Heaton Mint located in Birmingham England. Example Mint Mark

Important Dates:

1858,1876-H,1884,1891,1894,1908 C are rare semi-key, key, and general dates of interest to collectors.


  • 1858 - First year of issuance makes this year of interest to collectors.
  • 1876-H - First mint mark minted in Heaton (Birmingham), England.
  • 1884 - Low mintage year / No H.
  • 1891 - Obverse 1, Large Leaves" variety.
  • 1894 - Low mintage year.
  • 1908-C - First mint mark minted in Ottawa Mint.

1882 H Canadian Large Cent

1882 H Canadian Large Cent

The 1882 H Canadian Large Cent featuring Queen Victoria represents the first bit of consistency as it was the first time that the Heaton Mint in Birmingham England produces these coins 2 straight consecutive years. Before 1882 the minting was spotty at best.

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1892 Canadian Large Cent

1892 Canadian Large Cent

The 1892 Canadian Large Cent (Penny) is a rather low mintage year coin with just over 1 million minted by the Royal Mint of England. There are 3 standard obverse coins, and a single reverse type to be aware of. Read more to find out all about this coin.

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1890 H Canadian Large Cent

1890 H Canadian Large Cent

In 1890 the H for Heaton mint was again present on the reverse bottom center.

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1884 Canadian Large Cent

1884 Canadian Large Cent

The 1884 Canadian Large Cent / Penny is considered an important and semi-key date to remember for collectors of Canadian Coinage for both the rather low mintage numbers and the fact that the coin no longer contains the H (Heaton) mint mark.

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1881 H Canadian Penny

1881 H Canadian Penny

In 1881 the Heaton Mint created another Canadian Penny after a 5 year break from minting. The 1881 H Canadian Large cent is another great option for those looking to purchase or trade late 1800's Canadian coinage. You can usually purchase them for $3-$20 loose or in those classic white cardboard holders. If you're looking for something nicer the certified near mint state specimens with great luster and color will likely set you back a few hundred dollars however.

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