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1830–1857 Large Cent 3-pc Decades Set G–VG
Item #
427243
Available for Order
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- 1+ $139.00 $134.90
Secure This Three-Piece Large Cents Decades Set
Minted more than 165 years ago, the Large Cent was one of the first coin types the United States Mint struck back in 1793, one year after it opened its doors. The Large Cent endured until copper became too expensive and people started hoarding Large Cents and melting them at a profit. The last Large Cent was struck in 1857. Here you’ve got a set of three different Large Cents struck from 1830 to 1857—one from each decade. Dates will vary within the following decades: 1830–1839, 1840–1849, and 1850–1857. Unlike today’s Lincoln Cents with a 19 mm diameter, these Large Cents are over 30% larger with a diameter of 27.5 mm.
The First Two U.S. Mint Denominations
In 1792 the first U.S. Mint branch was established in Philadelphia. The following year, it produced both Half Cents and hefty Large Cents, and both were incredibly popular with the public. So popular, in fact, that by 1857 it became clear that the U.S. Mint wouldn’t have enough copper to meet demand for both coins. And so, the Half Cent was completely discontinued while the Large Cent was reduced in size
Quantities Are Limited, So Order Now!
These Large Cents feature Liberty facing left on the obverse, and a closed wreath with the denomination in the middle on the reverse. Grades will vary from Good to Very Good (G–VG) condition. Quantities are limited, so order now!
| Availability | Available For Order |
|---|---|
| Year of Issue | (Dates May Vary) |
| Country | United States |
| Composition | Copper |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Grade | G, VG |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 0.01 |
| Currency Type | Dollar |
| Mint Name | Philadelphia - P |