The Braided Hair Large Cent, minted in 1856 in Philadelphia, is a significant type of collectible coin in U.S. numismatics. It features a design with a braided hair portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse. This coin is part of the Large Cent series, which were produced in various forms from 1793 to 1857. The 1856 Braided Hair Large Cent is particularly sought after by collectors due to its historical importance and relatively limited availability compared to other years in the series.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1856 1c Slanted 5 BN 1c Braided Hair Large Cents 1856 Philadelphia
1856 1c Upright 5 BN 1c Braided Hair Large Cents 1856 Philadelphia