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Value of 1855 Braided Hair Cent, Knob on Ear

Value of 1855 Braided Hair Cent, Knob on Ear (obverse)
Obverse
Value of 1855 Braided Hair Cent, Knob on Ear (reverse)
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Diameter: 27.5 mm

Mintage: A variety within the 1855 mintage

Weight: 10.88 grams (168 grains)

Metal: Pure copper

Edge: Plain

Designer: Christian Gobrecht

Category: Large Cents

The Knob on Ear variety shows a large lumpy die break at Liberty’s ear — a distinctive, collectible late-date variety.

What’s It Worth?

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