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1783 Washington & Independence - Copper Restrike Grained Edge Cent

Strike Type
1783 Washington & Independence - Copper Restrike Grained Edge Cent

Coin Details

Year
1783
Denomination
Colonials
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Washington Pieces (1783-1800)
Designer
Unknown (British manufacture)
Composition
Copper
Weight
10g
Diameter
28mm
Edge
Grained

Description

A later copper restrike of the 1783 Washington & Independence cent with a grained (reeded) edge. Restrikes were produced in the early 19th century using the original dies. The obverse features a draped bust of Washington with WASHINGTON & INDEPENDENCE legend, and the reverse shows a wreath with ONE CENT. The grained edge distinguishes this from the plain edge restrike.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. Restrikes are more available than originals but still uncommon.

Cross References

Baker 4; Musante GW-106; Whitman 10340

External References

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