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Classic Head Cent (1808 - 1814)

Classic Head Large Cent General Grading Standards
AG3 About Good - Details clear enough to identify.
G4 Good - Legends, stars, date worn but plain.
VG8 Very Good - LIBERTY all readable. Ear shows. Details worn but plain.
F12 Fine - Hair on forehead and before ear nearly smooth. Ear and hair under ear sharp.
VF20 Very Fine - All hairlines show some detail. Leaves on reverse show slight wear.
EF40 Extremely Fine - All hairlines sharp. Very slight wear on high points.
1811 Classic Head Large Cent Obverse and Reverse
1811 Classic Head Large Cent Obverse and Reverse
Image Courtesy of CCF Numismatics
Designer: John ReichWeight: 10.89 grams
Diameter: 28-29 millimetersEdge: Plain
Content: 100% copper 
Year/ Mint MarkCirculation StrikesProof Strikes
18081,007,0000
1809222,8670
18101,458,5000
1811218,0250
18121,075,5000
1813418,0000
1814357,8300

Mint Mark Legend:

There are no mintmarks on these coins, all coins were minted in Philadelphia.

Mint MarkMintDate of Operation
NonePhiladelphia1793-present


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