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1834 Large 8, Small Stars, Medium Letters

Large Cents · Coronet Head Large Cents · 1816–1839
Regular
Weight10.89 g
Diameter28.5 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 1,855,100 Combined mintage for all 1834 varieties
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition100% Copper
DesignerRobert Scot / Christian Gobrecht
Collector's Key IDCK-224

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About this coinHistory

The 1834 Large 8, Small Stars, Medium Letters is a recognized die combination within the year's complex variety structure. The small stars are noticeably more compact than the large stars found on other 1834 dies, altering the visual balance of the obverse.

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GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G)
VG-8 Very Good (VG)
F-12 Fine (F)
VF-20 Very Fine (VF)
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF)
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU)
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS)
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1834 Large 8, Small Stars, Medium Letters Coronet Head Large Cents were minted?
1,855,100 were struck (Combined mintage for all 1834 varieties).
What is a 1834 Large 8, Small Stars, Medium Letters Coronet Head Large Cent made of?
100% Copper, weighing 10.89 g.
What is the melt value of a 1834 Large 8, Small Stars, Medium Letters 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 1834 Large 8, Small Stars, Medium Letters 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.