1851 Braided Hair Coronet Head Cent Base
Base
About This Coin
The 1851 Braided Hair Coronet Head Cent Base is a United States cent from the Braided Hair Coronet Head Cents 1839-1857 series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 9,889,707 large cents dated 1851; no mintage was recorded for the proofs. The obverse features Liberty facing left with braided hair swept up and held by a beaded cord, wearing a headband inscribed LIBERTY and the reverse displays a wreath enclosing ONE CENT. On the 1851/81 (N-3), the date was first punched upside down, and an inverted 18 shows under the 51. Struck in copper, weighing 10.89 grams, 27.5 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Designed by Christian Gobrecht.
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 across all of this coin's strike types, 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.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(3)
1851 Braided Hair Coronet Head Cent
1851 Braided Hair Coronet Head Cent - 51/81
1851 Proof Braided Hair Coronet Head Cent
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