1848 Braided Hair Large Cent • Early Copper Coin - Full LIBERTY Visible
1848 Braided Hair Large Cent • Early Copper Coin - Full LIBERTY Visible
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Highlights
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1848 Braided-Hair (Liberty Head) Large Cent
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Full “LIBERTY” legend visible on headband
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Raw, ungraded survivor—evaluate condition via photos
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Dark-chocolate patina with even wear and clear star detail
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No major rim damage or holes
Description
Struck in Philadelphia in 1848, this Braided-Hair Large Cent retains a crisp LIBERTY inscription and fully legible date despite honest circulation wear. The rich chocolate-brown surfaces highlight star and wreath elements, offering genuine mid-19th-century character. As an ungraded raw example, it invites close visual inspection to appreciate its original patina and historic appeal.
Specifications
Parameter | Detail |
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Denomination | One Cent |
Composition | ~95 % Copper |
Diameter | 29 mm |
Weight | ≈ 10.9 g |
Edge | Plain |
Mint | Philadelphia (no mintmark) |
Mintage | ≈ 6.4 million |
What You’ll Receive
• The exact 1848 Braided-Hair Large Cent shown, secured in a non-PVC flip for safe transit.
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