This larger copper coin was struck from 1793 to 1857 with the exception of 1815, when there was a copper shortage and a fire forced the closing of the Mint. C-B-D, Jul 3, 2018 #3 + Quote Reply. In 1795, planchets became too thin for the edge lettering because of a weight reduction, so the mint stopped edge lettering on the cent, and the rest of these coins were made with a plain edge. No US cents were minted in 1815. You may have a privately minted token, a half cent, or possibly
yougottahavestuff loves this. This last major change to the coin updated the obverse by giving Liberty a slimmer, more youthful appearance. The wartime embargo against shipments made it so the mint could not get any new copper planchets, which were imported from Great Britain, to strike coins. It bears the distinction, however, of being the first official coinage minted by the United States federal government on its own equipment and premises.
I find it surprising because you can still get an 1845 cent pretty cheap, alter it and if you do a decent job make a profit.
blunderbuss2 loves this. Surprising these altered coins can sometimes bring some pretty good money.
$4.00 shipping. Buy & Sell This Coin. Something went wrong. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! Because there are so many counterfeit coins out there, it is necessary now that collectors only purchase those coins that have been officially graded and certified as being authentic. Large cents were made of nearly pure copper, or copper as pure as it emerged from smelting, without any deliberate addition of other metals (such as occurs in bronze). View cart for details. All Rights Reserved. The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar.
Henry Voigt's design was almost universally criticized in its time for its unattractiveness and perceived allusion to slavery. Its low survival rate, in addition to its small mintage, coupled with being the first regular federal issue and a one-year design and type, has created an extremely strong demand from generations of numismatists. Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) 44mm - Factory Sealed - Factory Warranty - All Colors, Matte Black 100 ct Dragon Shield Sleeves Standard Size FREE SHIPPING! After no large cents were made in 1815, production resumed in 1816 with a new design, which would last in somewhat modified form until the end of the 1839. The last of the planchets on hand were struck in 1814. I found this wrapped in a paper towel in the bottom of an old purse that my grandmother saved wheat pennies and old nickels in.
Details about “1815” Braided Hair Large Cent Altered From 1845 See original listing “1815” Braided Hair Large Cent Altered From 1845: Condition:--not specified.
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