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1 Cent

1 Cent (Civil War Token - Army and Navy/Shield)

United States · 1861–1865 · Base Metal

1 Cent (Civil War Token - Army and Navy/Shield) — obverse1 Cent (Civil War Token - Army and Navy/Shield) — reverse
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Specifications

Years1861–1865
Denomination1 Cent
CompositionCopper
Gross weight2.9 g

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About this coin’s value

This coin is composed of copper and weighs 2.9 g. It carries no precious-metal melt value, so its worth is numismatic — driven by date, mint mark, grade and demand. For copper-era cents, the metal itself can exceed face value — see the copper penny calculator and our copper penny guide.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1 Cent (Civil War Token - Army and Navy/Shield) made of silver or gold?

No — the 1 Cent (Civil War Token - Army and Navy/Shield) is copper, so it carries no precious-metal melt value. Its worth is numismatic: driven by date, mint mark, grade and collector demand.

What years was the 1 Cent (Civil War Token - Army and Navy/Shield) minted?

The 1 Cent (Civil War Token - Army and Navy/Shield) was issued 1861–1865.

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