Following the 1793 Chain Cent, the Wreath Cent was the second design of the first official large cents struck by the U.S. Mint.
The design, featuring Liberty with flowing hair on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse, was created by Henry Voigt, the U.S. Mint’s first chief coiner.
This cent was produced for just a few months in 1793, making it a one-year type coin and highly collectible.
Unlike the Chain Cent, which had a controversial chain design, the Wreath Cent featured a more elegant laurel wreath, intended to be more appealing.
The Philadelphia Mint produced only 63,353 Wreath Cents, making them significantly scarce today.
Due to its high value, the 1793 Wreath Cent is frequently counterfeited. Authentic coins should be certified by PCGS or NGC.
As part of the first year of U.S. Mint production, this coin is essential for large cent and early American coin collectors.
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