1808 Classic Head Cent
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$38,400 MS67BN 12-21-2020 Stack's Bowers
Description
The 1808 Classic Head Cent is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Classic Head Cents 1808-1814 series. With a mintage of 1.0 million, this is a less common issue. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a fillet or headband inscribed LIBERTY and the reverse displays a wreath enclosing ONE CENT. First year of the Classic Head Cent. Only 1,007,000 struck, making it a scarce first-year issue. Estimated market value ranges from $186 to $3.1K depending on grade and condition. Struck in copper, weighing 10.89 grams, 28 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #1543.
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