1838 Coronet Head Matron Copper One Cent EF-40

1838 Coronet Head Matron Copper One Cent EF-40 1838 Coronet Head Matron Head Copper One Cent EF-40 This 1838 Coronet Head Matron Head copper large cent is a remarkable survivor from early American coinage, presented in Extremely Fine EF-40 condition. The obverse features the classic Matron Head design facing left, encircled by thirteen stars and the 1838 date, while the reverse displays the traditional laurel wreath surrounding the One Cent denomination. This copper piece exhibits strong detail in Liberty's hair and the coronet, with clear lettering and defined wreath leaves on the reverse. The coin possesses a pleasing dark chocolate brown patina consistent with its age and copper composition. As a significant representative of pre-Civil War US currency, this large cent offers excellent eye appeal for collectors seeking a high-grade example of the final years of the Matron Head design series. 1838 Coronet Head Matron Head Copper One Cent EF-40 Condition: This specimen is graded as Extremely Fine 40 (EF-40), exhibiting light wear on the highest points of the design while maintaining sharp overall details. The word LIBERTY on the coronet is fully legible, and the hair strands above the forehead and ear show distinct definition. The reverse displays a well-preserved wreath with clear leaf veins and bold lettering. The surfaces show a natural aged copper patina consistent with mid-19th-century coinage. This coin was struck at the Philadelphia Mint, which did not use a mint mark at this time. The metal content is pure copper. Historically, the 1838 Matron Head (also known as the Coronet Head) large cent represents the penultimate year of this specific design subtype before the transition to the Braided Hair style. This is a business strike type, intended for general circulation during the pre-Civil War era of American commerce. 1838, One Cent, Large Cent, Coronet Head, Matron Head, US Coin, Copper, Numismatics, Antique, Extrafine, EF, Collectible, United States of America, Wreath, Liberty. 1838 large cent, braided hair penny, coronet head cent, antique us coins, numismatics, rare copper coins, early american currency, coin collecting, ef grade penny, 1838 one cent coin IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer's premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms."Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction."ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions." References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid an