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Obverse of 1812 Large Cent     Reverse of 1812 Large Cent


1812 LARGE CENT

Mintage:
Circulation strikes: 1,075,500
Proofs: None

Designer: John Reich

Diameter: 28-29 millimeters

Metal content:
Copper - 100%

Weight: 168 grains (10.89 grams)

Edge: Plain

Mintmark: None (Philadelphia)

Images courtesy of Ira and Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc.

Varieties (4):
Large Date
    
Sheldon 288 - Very Common
     Sheldon 289 - Very Common

Small Date
     Sheldon 290 - Common
     Sheldon 291 - Common

Notes:
The finest "Small Date" Brown example graded by PCGS is a single MS-64BN.

The finest "Small Date" Red-Brown examples graded by PCGS are 2 MS-65RB's.

The finest "Large Date" Brown example graded by PCGS is a single MS-66BN.

Significant examples:
See variety listings

Recent appearances:
See variety listings

Sources and/or recommended reading:
"Penny Whimsy" by Dr. William H. Sheldon

"The PCGS Population Report, October 2003" by The Professional Coin Grading Service  

 

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