1848 Braided Hair Large Cent - VG Details
Add a classic piece of mid-19th century American coinage to your collection with this 1848 Braided Hair Large Cent in Very Good (VG) Details condition. Struck from 100% copper, the Braided Hair Large Cent circulated throughout a period of rapid growth and expansion in the United States and remains a favorite among collectors of early American coins.
Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the obverse features Liberty with intricately braided hair secured by a beaded cord, surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original colonies. The reverse displays the denomination ONE CENT within a wreath, encircled by the inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
Graded Very Good (VG) Details, this coin exhibits moderate circulation wear with the date and major design elements remaining clearly visible. The Details designation indicates the coin has an impairment such as cleaning, scratches, environmental damage, corrosion, rim damage, or another surface issue that prevents it from receiving a straight numerical grade. Despite these imperfections, it remains an affordable and historically significant example of an early U.S. Large Cent.
Photo Disclaimer: The image shown is a representative stock photo. You will receive an 1848 Braided Hair Large Cent – Very Good (VG) Details, but it may not be the exact coin pictured. Each coin will vary in color, wear, surface quality, and overall appearance. Details coins may exhibit cleaning, scratches, corrosion, environmental damage, rim issues, or other impairments consistent with their designation.
