The Crown Jewel of Early American Coinage
At CoinVerse.Pro, we authenticate the extraordinary 1795 Reeded Edge cent – one of only seven confirmed specimens and the rarest early U.S. cent. This guide explains why collectors have paid $1.26 million+ for these numismatic treasures.
Key Identification Features
➡️ Obverse Design:
- Liberty profile with flowing hair
- “LIBERTY” inscription
- 1795 date below portrait
➡️ Reverse Design:
- Laurel wreath surrounding “ONE CENT”
- Fractional denomination (“1/100”)
- “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” legend
➡️ Critical Specifications:
✅ Edge: Reeded (unique to this variety)
✅ Composition: 100% copper
✅ Weight: 13.48g
✅ Diameter: 29mm
Known Specimens & Valuations (2024)
| Specimen | Last Public Sale | Current Value Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Norweb | $1.26M (2008) | $1.8M–$2.2M 💎 |
| Mickley | Unknown | $1.5M–$1.9M |
| Cohen | Unknown | $1.4M–$1.8M |
| 4 Others | Never Auctioned | $1M+ Each |
Note: All seven specimens are individually documented in numismatic literature.
7-Step Authentication Protocol
1️⃣ Macro-Photography Analysis
- 100MP images of reeded edge (key identifier)
- Verify Liberty’s hair details
2️⃣ Microscopic Die Study
- 60x magnification of date and lettering
- Check for authentic 18th-century tool marks
3️⃣ XRF Metal Analysis
- Must be pure copper with period-appropriate trace elements
- Matches 1795 mint composition
4️⃣ Edge Examination
- Reeding count verification (varies by specimen)
- Check for tooling or alterations
5️⃣ Provenance Research
- Trace ownership history to 19th century
- Verify exhibition/publishing records
6️⃣ 3D Surface Mapping
- Document every die characteristic
- Create digital fingerprint
7️⃣ Expert Committee Review
- 5-member panel authentication
- Unanimous confirmation required
Why This Commands $1M+
✔️ Only 7 Confirmed Examples
✔️ First U.S. Cent With Reeded Edge
✔️ Experimental Mint Issue
✔️ Museum-Quality Historical Significance
✔️ Pinnacle of Early American Numismatics
Million-Dollar Security Protocol
- Armored transport mandatory
- Billion-dollar insurance required
- 24/7 climate-controlled storage
- Biometric access controls
Institutional Display History
- Smithsonian Institution (Norweb specimen displayed)
- American Numismatic Society
- Massachusetts Historical Society
If You Believe You’ve Found One
- Do NOT clean or handle excessively
- Take high-resolution photos
- Contact CoinVerse immediately
🎁 With Inquiry:
- “Early American Rarities” authentication guide
- Current collector demand report
💬 “We maintain relationships with major early cent collectors”
— The CoinVerse Elite Acquisitions Team
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