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1818

Large Cents · Coronet Head Large Cents · 1816–1839
Regular
Weight10.89 g
Diameter28.5 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 3,167,000 Combined mintage for all 1818 varieties
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition100% Copper
DesignerRobert Scot / Christian Gobrecht
Collector's Key IDCK-174

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Varieties & References

No additional varieties recorded for this strike.

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About this coinHistory

The 1818 large cent was produced in healthy quantity, and the date is among the more available Coronet Head issues. The design is unchanged from 1816, and the coin is a straightforward acquisition for date collectors. Multiple die varieties exist within the year, cataloged by specialists, but none carry dramatic premiums or collector stories.

Most surviving 1818 cents grade between Good and Fine, with higher grades available for a premium. The coin circulated widely in the post-war economy, serving as the primary small-denomination copper coinage. A well-chosen Fine with original surfaces is a solid representative of the early Coronet Head series.

Price guideReference

Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $25 $29
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $33 $38
F-12 Fine (F) $40 $46
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $80 $92
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $205 $235
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $325 $375
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $435 $500
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $960 $1,015
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1818 Coronet Head Large Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $25–$29, rising to roughly $435–$500 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1818 Coronet Head Large Cents were minted?
3,167,000 were struck (Combined mintage for all 1818 varieties).
What is a 1818 Coronet Head Large Cent made of?
100% Copper, weighing 10.89 g.
What is the melt value of a 1818 Coronet Head Large Cent?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1818 Coronet Head Large Cent a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.