The Braided Hair Cent is a type of one-cent coin produced by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1857. The 1855 Braided Hair Cent features a design with Lady Liberty wearing a braided hairstyle, which is symbolic of liberty and freedom. This coin is notable among collectors for its distinctive design and is often sought after for its historical significance. The Braided Hair design was eventually replaced by the Indian Head cent, marking a transition in U.S. coinage aesthetics.