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1 Cent "Capped Bust - Classic Head Cent"
| Copper | 10.89 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1808-1814 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10.89 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#16947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
The value within a wreath in the centre and the country name around the rim
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
ONE CENT
Engraver: John Reich
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 168 grains.General:
1810
1811
1812
1814
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about the 1808-1814 Capped Bust - Classic Head Cent coin is that it was designed by John Reich, a German-born engraver who worked for the United States Mint. Reich's design features a portrait of Liberty with a cap on her head, which was meant to symbolize freedom and liberty. The coin was minted during a time of economic hardship in the United States, and its production was discontinued in 1814 due to a lack of copper supplies. Today, the coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1808 | 1007000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1809 | 222867 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1810 | 1458500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1811 | 218025 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1812 | 1075500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1813 | 418000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1814 | 357830 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cent "Capped Bust - Classic Head Cent" 1808-1814 coin.
