coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1c \ Braided Hair Large Cents \ 1842 \ Philadelphia
The Braided Hair Large Cent is a collectible coin minted in the United States from 1839 to 1857. The 1842 Philadelphia issue features a design by engraver Robert Scott, showcasing a braided hair portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse, while the reverse displays a wreath and the denomination "1 C." These coins are sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and varying levels of rarity, with the 1842 date being particularly popular among enthusiasts of early American coinage. The Braided Hair series represents the last large cents produced before the introduction of smaller cent denominations.
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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 |