1839 Coronet Head Large Cent – Head of 1838, Beaded Hair Cord

Mintage:
3,128,661

Notable Facts:

• This variety, known as “Head of 1838,” features a slimmer Liberty profile and beaded hair cord—a transitional design marking the end of the Coronet Head era before the full adoption of the Braided Hair type in late 1839.

• 1839 is the final year for Coronet Head large cents, making this variety especially significant for collectors completing early copper type sets.

Description:
The 1839 Coronet Head Large Cent, “Head of 1838” variety with beaded hair cord, is an important transitional issue in U.S. numismatic history. With its refined Liberty portrait and final-year placement in the Coronet series, this coin bridges two iconic design eras—making it a prized addition to any 19th-century copper collection. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a mintage of just over 3.1 million, this raw, uncertified piece is graded approximately F12 and comes from a private collection. All images are captured using a high-resolution lens, allowing collectors to clearly examine the coin’s historic detail and unique attributes.