1834 Classic Head Large Cent — Philadelphia Mint
1834 Coronet Head Large Cent — Philadelphia Mint
Own a remarkable piece of early American numismatic history with this 1834 Coronet Head Large Cent, struck at the Philadelphia Mint during the presidency of Andrew Jackson.
The Large Cent was one of the earliest denominations produced by the United States Mint and played an important role in everyday American commerce throughout the late 18th and 19th centuries. Significantly larger than today's Lincoln Cent, these early copper coins represent a fascinating period in the development of the nation's monetary system.
The 1834 Large Cent belongs to the Coronet Head series, featuring a left-facing portrait of Lady Liberty wearing a coronet inscribed LIBERTY. Thirteen stars surround the portrait, representing the original thirteen American colonies, with the date 1834 positioned beneath Liberty.
The reverse displays the denomination ONE CENT enclosed within a decorative laurel wreath, surrounded by the inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
Struck in nearly pure copper, the 1834 Coronet Head Large Cent is a desirable collectible for its early American design, historical significance, and connection to the nation's expanding economy during the Jacksonian era.
Product Details
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Denomination: One Cent ($0.01 USD)
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Year: 1834
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Mint: Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)
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Series: Coronet Head Large Cent (1816–1839)
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Original Mintage: 1,855,100
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Composition: Copper
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Weight: 10.89 grams
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Diameter: Approximately 28–29 mm
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Designer: Traditionally attributed to Robert Scot, with later modifications associated with John Reich
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Obverse: Left-facing portrait of Lady Liberty wearing a coronet inscribed LIBERTY
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Reverse: ONE CENT denomination enclosed within a laurel wreath
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Edge: Plain
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Condition: See product photographs for the exact coin offered
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Quantity: One individual coin
Please Note: This listing is for one specific 1834 Coronet Head Large Cent. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.