The Classic Head Cent

The Classic Head cent, introduced in 1808, was designed by John Reich, and is part of the large cent series.  The composition of this cent is 100 percent copper. All examples were struck at the Philadelphia Mint and, therefore, have no Mint marks.

Some collectors refer to this coin as the "Turban Head" design because the cap Liberty wears on the obverse resembles a turban.

The 1809 cent is the scarcest coin for the short series with the second lowest mintage at 222,867. The Classic Head cent series lasted until 1814. All coins in this series have a plain edge.