1839 N-2 Large Cent PCGS XF45 Head of 1838 Early US Type of 1838 Copper Coin
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Product details
| Management number | 18153140 | Release Date | 2025/10/07 | List Price | $207.00 | Model Number | 18153140 | ||
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Quick Facts
Coin
: 1839 Large Cent
Variety
: Head of 1838 (Type of 1838), Newcomb-2 (N-2)
Certification
: PCGS XF45
Denomination
: 1 Cent
Metal
: Copper
Mint
: Philadelphia
Eye Appeal & Condition
This example is the scarce
1839 N-2 “Head of 1838” variety
, certified PCGS XF45. It features bold detail including strong LIBERTY on the headband and full reverse wreath. The coin has a pleasing light chocolate brown color with traces of original mint red.
Original collector attribution (Stack’s Bowers tag) notes:
Four tiny obverse nicks: one between bust and star 1, two on neck below ear, and one on edge above star 8.
Excellent surfaces for the variety with clean fields and full rims.
Why Collect
The “Head of 1838” is a prized transitional variety within the Braided Hair series. Collectors seek this variety for its early design characteristics before the fully modified 1839 Head of 1839 was introduced. The N-2 attribution and XF45 grade make this a standout collector piece.
Specifications
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| Category | Vintage & collectibles > Collectible Coins > Collectible US Coins |
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| Size | N/A |
| Brand | US Mint |
| Condition | Good |
Classic, straight leg
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