The Coronet Head Cent is a significant coin type produced by the United States Mint, featuring a design by Robert Ball Hughes. Struck in Philadelphia, the 1817 Coronet Head Cent is part of the large cent series, characterized by its distinctive portrait of Liberty wearing a coronet. It has a composition primarily of copper and was minted during a period of economic growth in the early 19th century. Collectors often seek this coin for its historical significance and distinctive design within American numismatics.