1818 Cent Patterns
Base
About This Coin
The 1818 Cent Patterns is a United States cent from the Early Republic Patterns (1792-1859) series — 15th of 35 years in the series. In 1818, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 1. This ranks 7th of 9 years by total mintage, at the series median of 1. The obverse features various experimental designs testing different concepts for U.S. coinage and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Struck during a period of national unity and westward expansion following the War of 1812, as the U.S. grew in confidence and territory. Struck in silver. A notable auction result reached $43K in MS63 grade at Goldberg Auctioneers. Designed by Various Mint engravers and outside artists.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(2)
1818 Cent Pattern - J-45
1818 Cent Pattern - J-C1818-1
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