© Ponpandi Perumal (CC BY)
© Ponpandi Perumal (CC BY)
1 Cent
| Brass (95% Copper, 5% Zinc) | 2.6 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Liberia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1847-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1960-1984 (1960-1990) |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01 LRD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1943-date) |
| Composition | Brass (95% Copper, 5% Zinc) |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#4769 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Ship and bird to right of palm tree within 3/4 circle above date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE LOVE OF LIBERTY BROUGHT US HERE
B.H
1968
ONE CENT
Edge
Plain
Comment
Although the "Standard Catalog of World Coins" lists this type as Bronze, official US mint records list these coins as being made of Copper and Zinc (Brass).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Cent 1960-1984 (1960-1990) coin from Liberia is that it was minted with a unique combination of metals. The coin is made of brass, which is an alloy of 95% copper and 5% zinc. This composition was chosen for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for circulating coins. The use of brass also gave the coin a distinctive golden color that is still visible on well-preserved examples. Additionally, the coin's weight of 2.6 grams is relatively light compared to other coins of similar size and denomination, which makes it easy to handle and transport. Overall, the 1 Cent 1960-1984 (1960-1990) coin from Liberia is an interesting and unique piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1961 | 7000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1968 | 14000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1969 | 5056 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 3464 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1971 | 3032 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 | 4866 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 10542 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 | 9362 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 4056 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 920 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 (1977-1990) | 2500920 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 FM | 7311 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 FM | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cent 1960-1984 (1960-1990) coin.
