© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Cent - Washington “Unity States”
1783 (1820) year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | United States (pre-federal and private/territorial) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1789-date) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1783 (1820) |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01) |
| Currency | Dollar |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#16946 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Reverse shows a wreath and "One Cent" and "Unity States of America"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITY STATES OF AMERICA
ONE CENT
1/100
Comment
► Note that it says "UNITY" instead of the traditional "UNITED".► This piece was probably made in England.
Interesting fact
The A Token 1 Cent - Washington “Unity States” 1783 (1820) coin is a rare and unique piece of numismatic history. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time when the United States was not yet a federally recognized government, but rather a collection of independent states. This coin was minted by a private entity, rather than a government mint, and features an image of George Washington, who was not yet the President of the United States at the time of its minting. Despite its age and rarity, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists and historians, offering a glimpse into the early days of American currency and the development of the United States as a nation.
