1 Cent "Capped Bust - Classic Head Cent" (1810 tin restrike; pattern)
United States · 1810 · Base Metal
Specifications
| Years | 1810 |
| Denomination | 1 Cent |
| Composition | Tin (White metal) |
| Gross weight | — |
| Edge | Plain |
| Shape | Round |
| Type | Patterns |
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Design
Obverse
Head of liberty with curly hair facing left; headband/tiara with LIBERTY. Stars circle rim.
Reverse
Laurel wreath encircling ONE CENT with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA at rim
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of tin (white metal). 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 "Capped Bust - Classic Head Cent" (1810 tin restrike; pattern) made of silver or gold?
No — the 1 Cent "Capped Bust - Classic Head Cent" (1810 tin restrike; pattern) is tin (white metal), 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 "Capped Bust - Classic Head Cent" (1810 tin restrike; pattern) minted?
The 1 Cent "Capped Bust - Classic Head Cent" (1810 tin restrike; pattern) was issued 1810.
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