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It was still commonly called a penny but was also referred by its formal name as a cent. Today, collectors call the cents made prior to the flying eagle cent in 1856 as "large cents" as they were about the size of a half dollar as opposed to the small cents that circulate today.
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Value of a silver 1821 US penny?
U.S. pennies have never contained silver. Your coin is silver plated for jewelery or other decoration.
What is the value of an 1821 Indian head penny?
The first Indian head cent was issued in 1856. A U.S. cent dated 1821 is a LIBERTY HEAD large cent. Most show heavy wear and are valued at $15.00-$40.00 for average circulated coins.
How long was the US 'Wheat penny' in production?
The penny that is commonly called the 'Wheat Penny' was first minted in 1909 and the last year of minting was 1958.
Why is a 10 cent coin called a penny?
We have never heard of a 10 cent coin called a penny, but at one time there were 1 cent coins called nickels. This happened because the 1 cent coins were made as thick as a nickel.
How much is a 1899 Wheat Penny worth?
Wheat cents were only made from Mid 1909 to 1958. Your coin is called a Indian Head penny.
What is a penny with a bird on it called?
a penny with a bird on it
Value of a silver 1821 US penny?
U.S. pennies have never contained silver. Your coin is silver plated for jewelery or other decoration.
What was a penny called in 1066?
The British Penny has been called a Penny since it was first issued in the late 8th century AD.
How much was the penny black?
It was black and it cost One Penny, that is why it is called the Penny Black.
What is the value of an 1821 Indian head penny?
The first Indian head cent was issued in 1856. A U.S. cent dated 1821 is a LIBERTY HEAD large cent. Most show heavy wear and are valued at $15.00-$40.00 for average circulated coins.
What was most of the area in oklahoma called in 1821?
It was part of the Arkansas Territory.
What were Mexicans called before they were named Mexicans?
Mexicas (Me-she-ka) (1325-1521)Spaniards (under the Spanish crown) (1521-1821)Mexicans (1821 - onward)
What is a quarter of penny called?
There is no special name for 1/4 of a penny.
What is a dutch penny called?
a penny = een cent or nowadays een eurocent
Are Small pieces of candy called penny candy still?
Yes they are, but they are no longer a penny.
What is a penny's diameter in millimeters?
There are several countries in which the minor currency unit is a penny - including the US where a cent is called a penny!The UK penny has a diameter of 20.3 mm.
What was a British penny called in 1877?
British Pennies have been called "Penny" since they were first introduced over 1,200 years ago.
