Classic Head Large Cents
(1808 - 1814)
The Classic Head Large Cent was introduced in 1808, ushering in a refreshed portrait of Liberty designed by John Reich. This design presents Liberty with a more stylized, youthful appearance and a headband inscribed with “LIBERTY,” marking a clear departure from the earlier Draped Bust style. The series was produced from 1808 through 1814, though mintages were relatively low in several years. Many surviving examples show heavy wear or surface issues due to the quality of copper used at the time, making high-grade pieces especially desirable. Key dates such as 1809 and 1811 are particularly sought after by collectors assembling early large cent sets.
Check out dates & mintages for Classic Head Large Cents, below.Business Strikes
1808 | 1,007,000
1809 | 222,867
1810 | 1,458,500
1811 | 218,025
1812 | 1,075,500
1813 | 418,000
1814 | 357,830
Classic Head Large Cent
(1808 - 1814)
The Classic Head Large Cent was introduced in 1808, ushering in a refreshed portrait of Liberty designed by John Reich. This design presents Liberty with a more stylized, youthful appearance and a headband inscribed with “LIBERTY,” marking a clear departure from the earlier Draped Bust style. The series was produced from 1808 through 1814, though mintages were relatively low in several years. Many surviving examples show heavy wear or surface issues due to the quality of copper used at the time, making high-grade pieces especially desirable. Key dates such as 1809 and 1811 are particularly sought after by collectors assembling early large cent sets.
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1808 | 1,007,000
1809 | 222,867
1810 | 1,458,500
1811 | 218,025
1812 | 1,075,500
1813 | 418,000
1814 | 357,830
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