The chain cent was America's first large cent and the first circulating coin officially produced by the United States Mint. [1] It was struck only during 1793. [2] [3] It was not the first circulating …

Apr 7, 2025 · The 1793 Chain Cent –occasionally referred to as the “Link” cent in 19th-century numismatic literature–was the first cent minted by the United States Mint and the first coin …

Gordon Wrubel: Chain cents were the first mass produced, regular issue coins stuck at the fledgling US Mint. A total of 36,103 were coined from February 27 to March 12, 1793. The …

Aug 28, 2022 · Today, the 1793 Chain cent remains a highly sought-after piece of history. The auction record? A cool $1.5 million USD. The large Chain copper cent is about the size of a …

Learn more about Type 1, Chain Cent Flowing Hair Large Cent coins and get more information by variety.

Aug 6, 2021 · See prices and values for Chain and Wreath Cents (1793) in the NGC Coin Price Guide. View retail prices from actual, documented dealer transactions.

See detailed descriptions and analysis for Chain and Wreath Cents (1793) in the NGC Coin Explorer. Includes images, specifications, and coin variations.

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Gordon Wrubel: Chain cents were the first mass produced, regular issue coins struck at the fledgling US Mint. A total of 36,103 were coined from February 27 to March 12, 1793. The …

History and Information about the 1793 Chain Cent. The historical keystone in any American cent collection, the Chain AMERI. cent of 1793 represents a sea change in American monetary …