1816 Matron Head Coronet Head Cent
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $25,300
- Sold
- Grade
- MS60
- Auction house
- Superior Galleries
Description
The 1816 Matron Head Coronet Head Cent is a cent from the Philadelphia Mint, belonging to the Matron Head Coronet Head Cents 1816-1835 series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 2,820,982 large cents dated 1816. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a coronet inscribed LIBERTY, with stars around the border, and the reverse displays a wreath enclosing ONE CENT. First year of the Matron Head (Coronet) Cent. Numerous Newcomb die varieties cataloged. Struck in copper, weighing 10.89 grams, 28 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #1591.
External References
Error Varieties(2)
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1819 Matron Head Coronet Head Cent - Small Date
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