Coins During the 1790s
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During the 1790s, the first United States Mint building was established. In 1792, the U.S. Mint building was established in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Philadelphia was the nation’s capital. Thomas Jefferson, Secretary of State at the time, appointed Robert Scot as the Chief Engraver in 1793. The first coins did not include denomination on them; coins were recognizable by their design and size.
Coins minted during the 1790s are considered rare. Coins that were minted during the 1790s include the following: Half Cent, Plain Edge Cent, Half Dime, Dime, Quarter Dollar, Half Dollar, Silver Dollar, Quarter Eagle, Half Eagle, and Eagle. Early coins were defined by their design and size. Later, denominations were engraved onto the coins. Silver coins were struck in 1794. Gold coins were stuck in 1795. Designs of coins during the 1790s depict Lady Liberty and the Heraldic Eagle. These coins are highly sought after.
Coins minted during the 1790s are considered rare. Coins that were minted during the 1790s include the following: Half Cent, Plain Edge Cent, Half Dime, Dime, Quarter Dollar, Half Dollar, Silver Dollar, Quarter Eagle, Half Eagle, and Eagle. Early coins were defined by their design and size. Later, denominations were engraved onto the coins. Silver coins were struck in 1794. Gold coins were stuck in 1795. Designs of coins during the 1790s depict Lady Liberty and the Heraldic Eagle. These coins are highly sought after.
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Hi Jasen,
Thanks for sharing about the unique coins that you have. It’s great that you know your family history and where those coins came from. That makes them even more special.
My name is jasen Taylor and I am telling the world that I have 4 liberty Dollar coins and a1876 type 1 front and back these coins have been in my family for 4 generations now . cause my great great grandfather worked for Philadelphia,cc mints .