Description
1835 Coronet Head Large Cent – Small 8, Small Stars Variety
This is 1835 Coronet Head Large Cent, featuring the sought-after Small 8, Small Stars variety. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this historic cent is part of the classic Coronet Head series that helped define early American coinage in the 19th century.
The obverse showcases the elegant Liberty portrait wearing a coronet inscribed “LIBERTY,” surrounded by small, finely detailed stars. This variety is distinguished by the reduced-size “8” in the date along with smaller star design elements, making it a notable and collectible subtype among early large cent specialists. The reverse displays a wreath encircling the denomination “ONE CENT,” reflecting the refined engraving style of the era.
Composed of copper, the 1835 Large Cent circulated widely in everyday American commerce during a formative period of the nation’s early growth. Its age, historical significance, and recognized variety status make it especially appealing to collectors focused on early U.S. copper, die varieties, and type set completion.
Whether added to an advanced large cent collection, variety set, or early American type collection, this 1835 Small 8 Small Stars Large Cent offers strong numismatic interest and a tangible connection to pre-Civil War U.S. history.
Features:
• Authentic 1835 Coronet Head Large Cent
• Small 8, Small Stars variety
• Struck at the Philadelphia Mint
