The Braided Hair Large Cent is a type of copper coin produced by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1857. The specific 1854 issue features a design by engraver James B. Longacre, showcasing a portrait of Lady Liberty with braided hair on the obverse. The reverse displays a wreath enclosing the denomination "1c." These large cents are known for their size, weighing 10.89 grams, and their historical significance, reflecting changes in American coinage during the mid-19th century. The 1854 Braided Hair Large Cent is particularly valued by collectors for its design and historical context.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1854 1c BN 1c Braided Hair Large Cents 1854 Philadelphia
1854 1c BN 1c Braided Hair Large Cents 1854 Philadelphia