1 Cent 1960-1984 (1960-1990) front 1 Cent 1960-1984 (1960-1990) back
1 Cent 1960-1984 (1960-1990) photo
© Ponpandi Perumal (CC BY)

1 Cent

 
Brass (95% Copper, 5% Zinc) 2.6 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Liberia
Period
Republic (1847-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1960-1984 (1960-1990)
Value
1 Cent (0.01&nbspLRD)
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
References
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.