coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1c \ Braided Hair Large Cents
The Braided Hair Large Cent is a type of coin minted in the United States from 1839 to 1857. It features a design by engraver Christian Gobrecht, showcasing a woman with braided hair, symbolizing liberty, on the obverse. The reverse displays a wreath encircling the denomination. These coins are composed of 100% copper and are known for their larger size compared to modern pennies. Collectors value them for their historical significance and varying rarity, with certain years or conditions commanding premium prices in the numismatic market.
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1839 1c Type of 1840 RB | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1839 | Philadelphia |
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1840 1c Large Date BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1840 | Philadelphia |
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1840 1c Small Date Over Large 18 BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1840 | Philadelphia |
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1841 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1841 | Philadelphia |
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1841 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1841 | Philadelphia |
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1842 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1842 | Philadelphia |
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1842 1c Large Date BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1842 | Philadelphia |
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1843 1c Petite Head Small Letters BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1843 | Philadelphia |
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1843 1c Petite Head, Small Letters BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1843 | Philadelphia |
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1844 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1844 | Philadelphia |
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1844 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1844 | Philadelphia |
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1845 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1845 | Philadelphia |
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1845 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1845 | Philadelphia |
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1846 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1846 | Philadelphia |
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1846 1c Small Date BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1846 | Philadelphia |
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1847 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1847 | Philadelphia |
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1847 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1847 | Philadelphia |
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1848 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1848 | Philadelphia |
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1848 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1848 | Philadelphia |
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1849 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1849 | Philadelphia |
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1849 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1849 | Philadelphia |
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1850 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1850 | Philadelphia |
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1850 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1850 | Philadelphia |
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1851 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1851 | Philadelphia |
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1852 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1852 | Philadelphia |
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1852 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1852 | Philadelphia |
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1853 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1853 | Philadelphia |
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1853 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1853 | Philadelphia |
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1854 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1854 | Philadelphia |
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1854 1c BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1854 | Philadelphia |
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1855 1c Slanted 55 BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1855 | Philadelphia |
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1855 1c Upright 55 BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1855 | Philadelphia |
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1856 1c Slanted 5 BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1856 | Philadelphia |
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1856 1c Upright 5 BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1856 | Philadelphia |
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1857 1c Large Date BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1857 | Philadelphia |
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1857 1c Small Date BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 1857 | Philadelphia |
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Braided Hair Cent 1c 1839-1857 BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 0 | Philadelphia |
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Braided Hair Cent 1c 1839-1857 BN | 1c | Braided Hair Large Cents | 0 | Philadelphia |