– Coronet Head Cent (1816 - 1839)

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The Coronet Head Cent, minted from 1816 to 1839, is a significant chapter in the history of American coinage, representing a period of stability and innovation in the design of the one-cent coin.

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Designed by Robert Scot, the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, the Coronet Head Cent replaced the earlier Classic Head design and introduced a new artistic motif that would endure for several decades.

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The obverse of the Coronet Head Cent features a left-facing bust of Liberty wearing a coronet or tiara inscribed with the word "LIBERTY."

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This portrayal of Liberty reflects a departure from the turbaned depiction of the Classic Head design, offering a more regal and dignified representation of the national symbol. The bust is surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original thirteen colonies of the United States.

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On the reverse of the coin, a wreath composed of laurel leaves encircles the denomination "ONE CENT," with the inscription "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" surrounding the wreath.

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Throughout its production, the Coronet Head Cent underwent several modifications to the design, including changes in the size and style of lettering, as well as alterations to the portrait of Liberty.

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The Coronet Head Cent was minted during a period of growth and expansion in the United States, as the nation continued to develop its economy and infrastructure.

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While the denomination of the cent underwent further design changes in subsequent years, the Coronet Head Cent remains a cherished relic of America's early coinage history.

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Today, surviving specimens of the Coronet Head Cent are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts for their historical significance, artistic beauty, and rarity. These coins serve as tangible artifacts of the nation's formative years, bearing witness to the ideals of liberty, democracy.

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