The Braided Hair Cent is a type of US one cent coin produced from 1839 to 1857. The 1843 Braided Hair Cent, minted in Philadelphia, features a design with a braided hairstyle on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse. This type of coin is notable for its unique design and historical significance, appealing to collectors due to its age and the limited production of earlier years. Collectors often seek these coins in various grades, with higher grades commanding premium prices in the market.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1843-P (Philadelphia) Braided Hair Cents 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) Braided Hair Cents 1843 Philadelphia
1843-P (Philadelphia) Braided Hair Cents 1¢ (One Cent, Penny) Braided Hair Cents 1843 Philadelphia