Early copper U.S. cents were big, bold and seemingly always undergoing modifications. The designation Coronet Head sometimes is used to describe the large cents of 1816 to 1857 in general, but is most often applied to those struck from 1816-1839. Coronet cents also are divided into subtypes, such as the Matron Head, coined as late as 1835; and the type we're offering today — the Young Head of 1835-1839. This version underwent plastic surgery — so to speak — by the new Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht, who nipped and tucked until Liberty looked as though she had emerged from a dip in the Fountain of Youth. Very Good quality. Our choice of 1835-1839 date based on availability.