Large cents of the early United States of America - Liberty Coin & Currency

The United States started striking large cent pennies in 1793. They were all produced in Philadelphia and were required by law to weigh exactly double that of the half cents, which made the weight come to 13.48 grams. The first coins minted were called a “Flowing Hair Chain Reverse” and saw very short production run. Read more »

Large cents of the early United States of America - Liberty Coin