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1793 Chain 1C AMERI. Flowing Hair Large Cent PCGS F12BN
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Grade
Add On NONE
Grading service
PCGS
Cert number
21733221
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2026-06-10
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Description
1793 Chain 1C AMERI. Flowing Hair Large Cent PCGS F12BN
1793 Chain 1C AMERI. Flowing Hair Large Cent PCGS F12BN
1793 Chain 1C AMERI., BN
SKU: 21733221
A foundational type coin from America’s very first year of federal coinage, this 1793 Chain AMERI. Flowing Hair Large Cent is certified PCGS F12BN. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, it features the iconic Chain reverse with the abbreviated AMERI. legend—an historic engraving quirk that, per Sheldon and Breen, likely arose from tight spacing on the reverse die. Even, natural chocolate-brown to mahogany color lends classic early-copper eye appeal befitting the BN designation.
Highlights
Date and type: 1793 Chain Cent, AMERI. reverse (Flowing Hair)
Mint: Philadelphia (first regular-issue United States coinage)
Grade: PCGS F12BN
Color and surfaces: Attractive chocolate-brown to mahogany with lighter tan accents on the devices; honest, balanced wear consistent with the grade
Variety notes: The AMERI. reverse is generally regarded as the earliest emission of the Chain Cents; many examples show weakly impressed dates, a known characteristic of the issue
Die-state lore: A rare late state with a rim break over TAT is known in the series (not attributed here), further underscoring the die-use complexities of this short-lived design
Historical significance
The Chain Cent is perpetually in demand as the first regular-issue coin of the United States Mint.
The abbreviated AMERI. reverse—later corrected to AMERICA—reflects the engraver’s challenge fitting legends without crowding UNITED.
The variety’s stature is underscored by renowned cabinet pieces such as the Naftzger SP65BN specimen, a benchmark for the type and a testament to the Chain Cent’s importance to early American numismatics.
Rarity and population
PCGS Population (F12BN): 18; with 68 graded higher
PCGS coin number: 36103
CAC: N/A
Pedigree noted: None
Why this coin
Desirable mid-grade example of the scarce AMERI. reverse, combining historic significance with approachable value
Classic early-copper color and honest circulation make it an ideal cornerstone for type, early U.S. copper, and Flowing Hair collections
Always sought-after, with demand driven by the Chain Cent’s place at the dawn of U.S. federal coinage
Specifications
Denomination: One Cent (Large Cent)
Designer: Flowing Hair obverse; Chain reverse
Composition: Copper
Mint: Philadelphia
Year: 1793
Collector’s note: As is typical for the issue, date strength varies widely on Chain AMERI. cents; this certified F12BN presents balanced detail and authentic early-copper character. Secure this historically pivotal Large Cent while it’s available.
PCGS # 1340
Grading Service PCGS
Grade F12
Mint Location Philadelphia
Year 1793
Designation BN
Strike Business
Grade Add On NONE
1793 Chain 1C AMERI. Flowing Hair Large Cent PCGS F12BN
1793 Chain 1C AMERI., BN
SKU: 21733221
A foundational type coin from America’s very first year of federal coinage, this 1793 Chain AMERI. Flowing Hair Large Cent is certified PCGS F12BN. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, it features the iconic Chain reverse with the abbreviated AMERI. legend—an historic engraving quirk that, per Sheldon and Breen, likely arose from tight spacing on the reverse die. Even, natural chocolate-brown to mahogany color lends classic early-copper eye appeal befitting the BN designation.
Highlights
Date and type: 1793 Chain Cent, AMERI. reverse (Flowing Hair)
Mint: Philadelphia (first regular-issue United States coinage)
Grade: PCGS F12BN
Color and surfaces: Attractive chocolate-brown to mahogany with lighter tan accents on the devices; honest, balanced wear consistent with the grade
Variety notes: The AMERI. reverse is generally regarded as the earliest emission of the Chain Cents; many examples show weakly impressed dates, a known characteristic of the issue
Die-state lore: A rare late state with a rim break over TAT is known in the series (not attributed here), further underscoring the die-use complexities of this short-lived design
Historical significance
The Chain Cent is perpetually in demand as the first regular-issue coin of the United States Mint.
The abbreviated AMERI. reverse—later corrected to AMERICA—reflects the engraver’s challenge fitting legends without crowding UNITED.
The variety’s stature is underscored by renowned cabinet pieces such as the Naftzger SP65BN specimen, a benchmark for the type and a testament to the Chain Cent’s importance to early American numismatics.
Rarity and population
PCGS Population (F12BN): 18; with 68 graded higher
PCGS coin number: 36103
CAC: N/A
Pedigree noted: None
Why this coin
Desirable mid-grade example of the scarce AMERI. reverse, combining historic significance with approachable value
Classic early-copper color and honest circulation make it an ideal cornerstone for type, early U.S. copper, and Flowing Hair collections
Always sought-after, with demand driven by the Chain Cent’s place at the dawn of U.S. federal coinage
Specifications
Denomination: One Cent (Large Cent)
Designer: Flowing Hair obverse; Chain reverse
Composition: Copper
Mint: Philadelphia
Year: 1793
Collector’s note: As is typical for the issue, date strength varies widely on Chain AMERI. cents; this certified F12BN presents balanced detail and authentic early-copper character. Secure this historically pivotal Large Cent while it’s available.
PCGS # 1340
Grading Service PCGS
Grade F12
Mint Location Philadelphia
Year 1793
Designation BN
Strike Business
Grade Add On NONE
