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There were no US Coins struck in 1776 that were official authorized coins. The first coin struck by the Continental Congress was the Fugio Cent which wouldn't be struck until 1787 and even then featured no depiction of Liberty on it. The first US coin with a personification of Liberty on it was the Chain Cent first struck in 1793, many years after the War of American Independence.
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What does a 1776 American Liberty coin look like?
There were no US coins struck in 1776 that were official authorized coins. The first coin struck by the Continental Congress was the Fugio Cent which wouldn't be struck until 1787 and even then featured no depiction of Liberty on it. The first US coin with a personification of Liberty on it was the Chain Cent first struck in 1793, many years after the War of American Independence
What does a genuine 1776 continental currency coin look like?
Authentic examples of the 1776 Continental Currency dollar are very rare, 7 different varieties are known. To find a picture of a real one, use the search box on your browser and type in 1776 Continental Dollar and click on images. This should bring up pictures of authentic examples.
What is the value of an 1830 liberty five cent American coin?
Your coin is called a half dime. That denomination was issued at a time when a dime was a separate and distinct currency unit like a cent or dollar. As of 03/2009 Numismedia lists retail prices as follows Very worn condition - $46 Moderately worn - $61 Slightly worn - $90 Almost no wear - $200+
Parliamentary taxation in American to rebel in 1776?
they felt like they were paying to much for things and the poor people thought it was unfair that they were paying as much as the rich people
Why does American quarter say liberty?
Until 1909 when the penny was changed to feature Lincoln, all US coins featured a personification of liberty (or a non-person design such as on the shield nickel and 2 cent piece). Because of this, the tradition stuck with putting Liberty on coins even though they don't feature a personification of liberty like the earlier coins.
What does a 1776 American Liberty coin look like?
There were no US coins struck in 1776 that were official authorized coins. The first coin struck by the Continental Congress was the Fugio Cent which wouldn't be struck until 1787 and even then featured no depiction of Liberty on it. The first US coin with a personification of Liberty on it was the Chain Cent first struck in 1793, many years after the War of American Independence
Could you find the American bicentennial of freedom 1776 1976?
I have an American bicentennial of freedom coin the dates on it show 1776 and 1976. On the other side it has the words on the rim saying re-enactment of battle at lexington and concord it also says "The shot heard 'round the world." on the face side there is a picture of the liberty bell. Could this be the coin you are looking for? Also i would like to know what its worth?
A coin on one side a tree and the date 1776 on other side has American liberty and in middle has wm?
I also have a coin like the one you describe in my possesion. How can we go about finding the value. Mine was handed down by family memebr now deceased and I would be interested in selling but only if I can find a true value to the coin.
What is the value of 1938 Liberty one cent coin?
Hmm... "Liberty one cent"? Im not sure if there is a coin like that.MoreALL American coins have the word LIBERTY or a picture of Miss Liberty on them. Your coin, like all other cents minted since mid-1909, is called a Lincoln cent. There's more information at the Related Question.
What does a 1976 Eisenhower bicentenial coin looks like?
The front looks the same as any other Eisenhower dollar, but with 1776-1976 for the date. Then on the back, it shows the Liberty Bell and the moon.
What is the hat like image on the front of the 1899 libertad coin?
It's called a Phrygian cap, and is a symbol of liberty. Many older American coins used a similar device on Miss Liberty's image.
What does a 1943 liberty coin look like?
All U.S. coins dated 1943 have the word LIBERTY on them, but no U.S. coin is called a "LIBERTY" coin. For 1943 the denominations are: Lincoln cents, Jefferson nickels, Mercury dimes, Washington quarters and Walking Liberty half dollars.
How a 1776 coin looks like?
You've got to give us the country (or state) you are talking about. There were no federal issues of US coinage back in 1776.
What does the reverse side of the walking liberty silver coin look like?
It looks like the back of the coin, with a real big eagle.
Against who and why did the US win there liberty?
The British Empire in 1776, mainly because the colonists did not like the taxes imposed on them.
What is the value of an 1878 Statue of Liberty coin?
Before an estimated value for any coin can be given it is necessary to know the denomination of the coin as well as the date.MoreIf you're using the term "Statue of Liberty coin" because the portrait on the coin looks like that of the Statue itself your coin is a US silver dollar, just like it says on the back of the coin ("ONE DOLLAR"). In that case please see the Related Question for details. Edit: Check that coin again. The Statue of Liberty wasn't even built until 1886.
1878 liberty coin?
ALL U.S. coins have the word LIBERTY on them and in 1878 many of them had a picture of Miss Liberty as well, so a "Liberty coin" is a bit like saying "what kind of car has a windshield and headlights"? Please determine what the coin's denomination is and whether there is a small mintmark somewhere on the back - S, O, or CC - then post a new question with those details.
