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1839 1839/6 Overdate

Large Cents · Coronet Head Large Cents · 1816–1839
Variety
Weight10.89 g
Diameter28.5 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 3,128,661 Combined mintage for all 1839 Coronet Head varieties
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition100% Copper
DesignerRobert Scot / Christian Gobrecht
Collector's Key IDCK-239
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About this coinHistory

The 1839/6 overdate large cent shows a 9 punched over a 6 in the final digit of the date. The Mint reused an 1836 die, updating the date by three years. The overdate is identifiable on well-preserved coins where the loop of the underlying 6 is visible beneath the 9. The variety is cataloged and carries a premium among overdate collectors.

The 1839/6 is unusual among Coronet Head overdates because the date gap between the original and updated digits is three years rather than the more typical one year. Reusing a die from 1836 for 1839 production suggests the die had been set aside for some time before being pressed back into service.

Price guideReference

Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $560 $645
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $990 $1,140
F-12 Fine (F) $2,230 $2,570
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $4,065 $4,695
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $7,900 $9,115
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $17,605 $20,315
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $48,740 $56,240
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $102,095 $108,105
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1839 1839/6 Overdate Coronet Head Large Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $560–$645, rising to roughly $48,740–$56,240 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1839 1839/6 Overdate Coronet Head Large Cents were minted?
3,128,661 were struck (Combined mintage for all 1839 Coronet Head varieties).
What is a 1839 1839/6 Overdate Coronet Head Large Cent made of?
100% Copper, weighing 10.89 g.
What is the melt value of a 1839 1839/6 Overdate 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 1839 1839/6 Overdate 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.