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1821 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS No: 4496, 84496, 4539 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 1,186,512 Proofs: estimated 5 Designer: John Reich Diameter: 18.9 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: 41.6 grains (2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Mint assigned Chief Engraver Scot to redesign the cent in 1816. This newest design enlarged the obverse...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). Wright's design faced Liberty to the right and "tamed" her wild hair. The cap was added as an ancient symbol of...
The Barber dime is named for its designer, Charles E. Barber, who was Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint from 1879 to 1917. The design was shared with the quarter and half-dollar of the same period. The Barber dime featured an image of Liberty on the obverse. She is wearing a Phrygian cap, a laurel wreath with a ribbon, and a headband with the inscription "LIBERTY." The obverse also contains the long-used 13 stars design element. The reverse...
The finest 1795 Half Dollars graded by PCGS are 2 MS-65's. The finest 1795 "3 Leaves" Half Dollar graded by PCGS is a single MS-61. The finest 1795 "Small Head" Half Dollar graded by PCGS is a single MS-62. The finest 1795 "Silv Plug" Half Dollar graded by PCGS is a single VG-VF. The finest 1795 "1795/1795" Half Dollar graded by PCGS is a single EF-45.
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). John Reich, assistant to Chief Engraver Scot, was appointed by new Mint Director Robert Patterson to redesign Scot's...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
Civil War era silver shortages led to widespread hoarding of all silver coins, and most one and five cent coins as well. Various alternatives were tried, including encapsulated postage and privately issued coinage. The Treasury eventually settled on issuing fractional currency. These small denomination (1 to 50 cent) notes were never popular, as they were easy to lose and unwieldy in large amounts. The answer to this issue was reached in 1865...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
The obverse features an image of Liberty sitting on a rock, wearing a dress and holding a staff with a liberty cap on top. Her right hand is balancing a shield with the inscription "LIBERTY." The reverse featured the inscription "ONE DIME," surrounded by a wreath. There were several minor varieties during the Seated Liberty's run. The initial design (1837) had no stars on the obverse and, further, the dates were minted in a Large Date and Small...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). Robert Scot redesigned the whole of United States coinage for 1796, applying a new design featuring a bust of...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). Robert Scot redesigned the whole of United States coinage for 1796, applying a new design featuring a bust of...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by Robert...
The half dollar of the United States, sometimes known as the fifty-cent piece, has been produced nearly every year since the inception of the United States Mint in 1794. Liberty Head ("Barber") designs appeared on United States minor silver coinage (the dime, quarter, and half dollar) from 1892 to 1916. They derive their common name from their designer, Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber.
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by Robert...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Mint assigned Chief Engraver Scot to redesign the cent in 1816. This newest design enlarged the obverse...
Mintage: Circulation strikes: 4,032,000 Proofs: 669,384 Designer: John R. Sinnock, the reverse adapted from a design by John Frederick Lewis Diameter: ±30 millimeters Metal content: Silver - 90% Copper - 10% Weight: ±193 grains (±12.5 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (for Philadelphia) centered above the bell on the reverse
1811 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS No: 4487 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 65,180 Proofs: 0 Designer: John Reich Diameter: 18.9 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: 41.6 grains (2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)
The half dollar of the United States, sometimes known as the fifty-cent piece, has been produced nearly every year since the inception of the United States Mint in 1794. "Draped Bust" was the name given to a design of United States coins. It appeared on all regular-issue copper and silver United States coinage from 1795-1808.
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by Robert...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). John Reich, assistant to Chief Engraver Scot, was appointed by new Mint Director Robert Patterson to redesign Scot's...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). Wright's design faced Liberty to the right and "tamed" her wild hair. The cap was added as an ancient symbol of...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The half dollar of the United States, sometimes known as the fifty-cent piece, has been produced nearly every year since the inception of the United States Mint in 1794. Liberty Head ("Barber") designs appeared on United States minor silver coinage (the dime, quarter, and half dollar) from 1892 to 1916. They derive their common name from their designer, Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber.
1820 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS No: 4492, 4493, 4494 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 942,587 Proofs: estimated 5 Designer: John Reich Diameter: 18.9 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: 41.6 grains (2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Mint assigned Chief Engraver Scot to redesign the cent in 1816. This newest design enlarged the obverse...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). Wright's design faced Liberty to the right and "tamed" her wild hair. The cap was added as an ancient symbol of...
The half dollar of the United States, sometimes known as the fifty-cent piece, has been produced nearly every year since the inception of the United States Mint in 1794. Introduced in 1807, the Capped Bust Half Dollar replaced the previous Draped Bust design. Continuing with the effort to provide a uniform look to the coins of the era, the Capped Bust Half Dollar reflects the designs of the Quarter, Dime, and Half Dime. The coin has a diameter...
1824 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS No: 4502 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 510,000 Proofs: estimated 5 Designer: John Reich Diameter: 18.9 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: 41.6 grains (2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)
The obverse features an image of Liberty sitting on a rock, wearing a dress and holding a staff with a liberty cap on top. Her right hand is balancing a shield with the inscription "LIBERTY." The reverse featured the inscription "ONE DIME," surrounded by a wreath. There were several minor varieties during the Seated Liberty's run. The initial design (1837) had no stars on the obverse and, further, the dates were minted in a Large Date and...
Franklin Delano Roosevelt was one of America's most popular and influential Presidents. His portrait was placed on the Dime in 1946, following his death in 1945. The designs were by John R. Sinnock, whose initials "JS" appear below the tip of Roosevelt's bust on the obverse of the coins. 1964 was the last year that Dimes were struck in silver -- from 1965 on, Dime blanks were made of copper-nickel over a copper core.
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). John Reich, assistant to Chief Engraver Scot, was appointed by new Mint Director Robert Patterson to redesign Scot's...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
1834 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS No: 4525, 4526, 4556 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 635,000 Proofs: estimated 15 Designer: John Reich Diameter: ±18.5 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: ±41.6 grains (±2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). John Reich, assistant to Chief Engraver Scot, was appointed by new Mint Director Robert Patterson to redesign Scot's...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by Robert...
1809 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS No: 4486 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 51,065 Proofs: 0 Designer: John Reich Diameter: ±18.9 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: ±41.6 grains (±2.7 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (all examples of this date were struck at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The two-cent coin was produced in the United States from 1864–1873 with decreasing mintages throughout that time. The two-cent piece was made of 95% copper with tin and zinc making up the remainder. It was very slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter. The two-cent piece was designed by James B. Longacre, the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, and was the first coin of the United States to bear the motto "In God We Trust."
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Mint assigned Chief Engraver Scot to redesign the cent in 1816. This newest design enlarged the obverse...
The two-cent coin was produced in the United States from 1864–1873 with decreasing mintages throughout that time. The two-cent piece was made of 95% copper with tin and zinc making up the remainder. It was very slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter. The two-cent piece was designed by James B. Longacre, the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, and was the first coin of the United States to bear the motto "In God We Trust."
The two-cent coin was produced in the United States from 1864–1873 with decreasing mintages throughout that time. The two-cent piece was made of 95% copper with tin and zinc making up the remainder. It was very slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter. The two-cent piece was designed by James B. Longacre, the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, and was the first coin of the United States to bear the motto "In God We Trust."
The obverse features an image of Liberty sitting on a rock, wearing a dress and holding a staff with a liberty cap on top. Her right hand is balancing a shield with the inscription "LIBERTY." The reverse featured the inscription "ONE DIME," surrounded by a wreath. There were several minor varieties during the Seated Liberty's run. The initial design (1837) had no stars on the obverse and, further, the dates were minted in a Large Date and Small...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by Robert...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The obverse figure is a depiction of Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap. Designed by sculptor Adolph A. Weinman.The reverse design feeatures a fasces juxtaposed with an olive branch. The 1916-D issue is of only 264,000 coins due largely to the fact that the majority of the dimes struck at Denver in 1916 carried the pre-existing Barber design. Many coins in this series exhibit defects, most notably the fact that the line separating the two...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by Robert...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The Barber dime is named for its designer, Charles E. Barber, who was Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint from 1879 to 1917. The design was shared with the quarter and half-dollar of the same period. The Barber dime featured an image of Liberty on the obverse. She is wearing a Phrygian cap, a laurel wreath with a ribbon, and a headband with the inscription "LIBERTY." The obverse also contains the long-used 13 stars design element. The reverse...
1835 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS Nos: 4527, 4557 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 1,410,000 Proofs: estimated 15 Designer: John Reich Diameter: ±18.5 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: ±41.6 grains (±2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). Henry Voight's design was almost universally criticized in its time for its unattractiveness and perceived allusion...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
1823 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS No: 4498, 4499 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 440,000 Proof: estimated 5 Designer: John Reich Diameter: 18.9 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: 41.6 grains (2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
Civil War era silver shortages led to widespread hoarding of all silver coins, and most one and five cent coins as well. Various alternatives were tried, including encapsulated postage and privately issued coinage. The Treasury eventually settled on issuing fractional currency. These small denomination (1 to 50 cent) notes were never popular, as they were easy to lose and unwieldy in large amounts. The answer to this issue was reached in 1865...
1833 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS Nos: 4522, 4523, 4555 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 485,000 Proofs: estimated 15 Designer: John Reich Diameter: ±18.5 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: ±41.6 grains (±2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by Robert...
The Barber dime is named for its designer, Charles E. Barber, who was Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint from 1879 to 1917. The design was shared with the quarter and half-dollar of the same period. The Barber dime featured an image of Liberty on the obverse. She is wearing a Phrygian cap, a laurel wreath with a ribbon, and a headband with the inscription "LIBERTY." The obverse also contains the long-used 13 stars design element. The reverse...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
The first dime to be circulated was the Draped Bust dime, in 1796. It featured the same obverse and reverse as all other circulating coins of the time, the so-called Draped Bust/Small Eagle design. This design was the work of then-Chief Engraver Robert Scot. The portrait of Liberty on the obverse was based on a Gilbert Stuart drawing of prominent Philadelphia socialite Ann Willing Bingham, wife of noted American statesman William Bingham. The...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
The first dime to be circulated was the Draped Bust dime, in 1796. It featured the same obverse and reverse as all other circulating coins of the time, the so-called Draped Bust/Small Eagle design. This design was the work of then-Chief Engraver Robert Scot. The portrait of Liberty on the obverse was based on a Gilbert Stuart drawing of prominent Philadelphia socialite Ann Willing Bingham, wife of noted American statesman William Bingham. The...
The Barber dime is named for its designer, Charles E. Barber, who was Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint from 1879 to 1917. The design was shared with the quarter and half-dollar of the same period. The Barber dime featured an image of Liberty on the obverse. She is wearing a Phrygian cap, a laurel wreath with a ribbon, and a headband with the inscription "LIBERTY." The obverse also contains the long-used 13 stars design element. The reverse...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). Mint Director David Rittenhouse ordered Adam Eckfeldt to revise the obverse and reverse designs. Liberty's bust was...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). Robert Scot redesigned the whole of United States coinage for 1796, applying a new design featuring a bust of...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Mint assigned Chief Engraver Scot to redesign the cent in 1816. This newest design enlarged the obverse...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by Robert...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
Civil War era silver shortages led to widespread hoarding of all silver coins, and most one and five cent coins as well. Various alternatives were tried, including encapsulated postage and privately issued coinage. The Treasury eventually settled on issuing fractional currency. These small denomination (1 to 50 cent) notes were never popular, as they were easy to lose and unwieldy in large amounts. The answer to this issue was reached in 1865...
1832 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS Nos: 4521, 4554 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 522,500 Proofs: estimated 15 Designer: John Reich Diameter: ±18.5 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: ±41.6 grains (±2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). John Reich, assistant to Chief Engraver Scot, was appointed by new Mint Director Robert Patterson to redesign Scot's...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
The Barber dime is named for its designer, Charles E. Barber, who was Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint from 1879 to 1917. The design was shared with the quarter and half-dollar of the same period. The Barber dime featured an image of Liberty on the obverse. She is wearing a Phrygian cap, a laurel wreath with a ribbon, and a headband with the inscription "LIBERTY." The obverse also contains the long-used 13 stars design element. The reverse...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by Robert...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
1917 HALF DOLLAR PCGS No: 6569 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 12,292,000 Proofs: 0 Designer: Adolph Alexander Weinman Diameter: ±30 millimeters Metal content: Silver - 90% Copper - 10% Weight: ±193 grains (±12.5 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (for Philadelphia, PA) below the R of TRUST on the obverse
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). Robert Scot redesigned the whole of United States coinage for 1796, applying a new design featuring a bust of...
1828 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS No: 4510, 4506, 4547 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 125,000 Proofs: estimated 10 Designer: John Reich Diameter: ±18.5 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: ±41.6 grains (±2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (all 1828 Dimes were struck at the Philadelphia Mint)
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). John Reich, assistant to Chief Engraver Scot, was appointed by new Mint Director Robert Patterson to redesign Scot's...
The half cent coin was produced in the United States from 1793-1857. The half-cent piece was made of 100% copper. It was slightly smaller than a modern U.S. quarter, with a diameter of 23.5 mm (0.93 inch). There are several different types of half cents * Liberty Cap, Left (designed/engraved by Adam Eckfeldt) - issued 1793 * Liberty Cap, Right (large head designed by Robert Scot, small head designed by Scot-John Gardner, engraved by...
1831 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS Nos: 4520, 4553 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 771,350 Proofs: estimated 15 Designer: John Reich Diameter: ±18.5 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: ±41.6 grains (±2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (all 1831 Dimes were struck at the Philadelphia Mint)
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Coronet cents were redesigned in 1839 by new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This last major change to the...
1830 TEN CENTS OR DIME PCGS No: 4516, 4517, 4519, 4549 Mintage: Circulation strikes: 510,000 Proofs: estimated 10 Designer: John Reich Diameter: ±18.5 millimeters Metal content: Silver - ±89.2% Copper - ±10.8% Weight: ±41.6 grains (±2.70 grams) Edge: Reeded Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)
Civil War era silver shortages led to widespread hoarding of all silver coins, and most one and five cent coins as well. Various alternatives were tried, including encapsulated postage and privately issued coinage. The Treasury eventually settled on issuing fractional currency. These small denomination (1 to 50 cent) notes were never popular, as they were easy to lose and unwieldy in large amounts. The answer to this issue was reached in 1865...
The United States large cent was a coin with a face value of 1/100 of a United States dollar. Its diameter varied between 27mm and 29mm. The first official mintage of the large cent was in 1793, and its production continued until 1857, when it was officially replaced by the modern-size one-cent coin (commonly called the "penny"). The Mint assigned Chief Engraver Scot to redesign the cent in 1816. This newest design enlarged the obverse...
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