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1837 Plain Cords, Small Letters

Large Cents · Coronet Head Large Cents · 1816–1839
Regular
Weight10.89 g
Diameter28.5 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 5,558,300 Combined mintage for all 1837 varieties
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition100% Copper
DesignerRobert Scot / Christian Gobrecht
Collector's Key IDCK-236

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The 1837 Plain Cords, Small Letters variety pairs the smooth hair cords with smaller reverse lettering. The Small Letters are more compact than the Medium Letters, creating a slightly different visual balance on the reverse. The variety is collected as a separate die marriage.

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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 1837 Plain Cords, Small Letters Coronet Head Large Cents were minted?
5,558,300 were struck (Combined mintage for all 1837 varieties).
What is a 1837 Plain Cords, Small Letters Coronet Head Large Cent made of?
100% Copper, weighing 10.89 g.
What is the melt value of a 1837 Plain Cords, Small 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 1837 Plain Cords, Small 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.