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Flowing Hair/Chain Reverse Large Cents (1793)

Flowing Hair/Chain Reverse Large Cent

Information
  • Weight: 13.48 grams

  • Diameter: 26-27 mm (approx.)

  • Edge: Bars and slender vine with leaves

  • Composition: 100% copper

  • Designer: Henry Voigt

  • Mint Mark Location: (No mint marks used)

History

This design was strongly criticized by some who believed that the chain links on the reverse might represent bondage.

Memo

Two major varieties of chain cents can be recognized. One displays the word "AMERICA" in the reverse legend. The other variety, valued slightly higher, shows the abbreviation, "AMERI."

Grading Guide

Grade

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G-4 Good

 

VG-8 Very Good

 

F-12 Fine

 

VF-20 Very Fine

 

EF-40 Extra Fine

 

AU-50 About Uncirculated

 

MS-65 Mint State

 

Proof

 
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