1850 U.S. Large Cent – Boldly Struck Early Copper with Braided Hair Liberty #34

Mintage:

4,426,844

Notable Facts:

• The 1850 large cent was minted during a period of national growth, with copper coinage still dominating small change before the introduction of the smaller cent in 1856.

• Known for strong strikes and full devices, 1850 large cents often feature well-centered Liberty portraits and crisp wreath details, making them attractive for collectors and type sets.

Description:

The 1850 Braided Hair Large Cent is a staple of mid-19th century U.S. coinage, struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a mintage of over 4.4 million pieces. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the obverse features a classic Liberty head with braided hair, while the reverse showcases the bold ONE CENT inscription within a laurel wreath. This issue is favored by collectors for its durability, sharp design elements, and broad availability across grades. Offered raw and uncertified from a private collection, each coin is photographed in high resolution to display its full detail, patina, and design clarity—perfect for collectors of American copper coinage or historical U.S. type sets.