1794 Franklin Press Half Penny Token - Diagonally Reeded Edge
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A cent from the Philadelphia Mint, the 1794 Franklin Press Half Penny Token - Diagonally Reeded Edge belongs to the Post-1776 Private and Regional Issues (1778-1820) series. Produced during the earliest years of the United States Mint, when the young republic was establishing its monetary system and coinage traditions. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Struck in copper, weighing 9.5 grams, 29 mm in diameter, with a diagonally reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #45429.
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Scarce edge variety.
Cross References
Whitman 8360
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