Penny Year Models


 

Coins from 1793 to 1857 are commonly nicknamed “Large Cents” and are as follows:

1793 - Flowing Hair Chain, Flowing Hair Wreath

1793-1796 - Liberty Cap

1796-1807 - Draped Bust

1808-1814 - Classic Head

1816-1839 - Coronet

1839-1857 - Braided Hair
 

Coins from 1856-present day are commonly referred to as “Small Cents” and are as follows:

1856-1858 - Flying Eagle

1859-1909 - Indian Head

1909-1958 - Lincoln Wheat

1959-2008 - Lincoln Memorial

2009 - Lincoln Bicentennial 4 reverse designs

2010-present - Lincoln Union Shield
 
 
 


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