1793 Flowing Hair Large Cents
After the criticism leveled at the initial design, the Flowing Hair Cent was redesigned with new details on the obverse and a completely different reverse. The total mintage for the 1793 Wreath Cent (Buy on eBay) was 63,353, or almost double the production of the 1793 Chain Cent. While the wreath reverse is more available, […]
The 1793 Chain Cent (Buy on eBay) was struck during the first year of regular production at the United States Mint in Philadelphia. Although the design was harshly criticized at the time of release, it has become a popular issue with collectors and represents the first cent ever struck for circulation. All Chain Cents were […]
The Flowing Hair Cents were struck on copper planchets which came from various sources. The planchets were often of inferior quality, but they were the best available to the Mint at this time. In uncirculated condition, the cents weigh 13.48 grams (208 grains) and have a diameter that varies between 26 and 27 millimeters, due […]