The `Flowing Hair` Liberty head on the right, and the vintage. This design was not well received by the public, as flowing hair was considered daring for its time.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
LIBERTY
1793
Reverse description
The face value (in words and fractions) surrounded by a chain. This design wasn`t well received either, as the chain didn`t give the impression of freedom. That`s why it was later replaced by a plant crown.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
UNITED STATES OF AMERI.
ONE CENT
1/100
Edge
Vine with leaves and bars are found on the edge of this
Mint
Mintage
1793 - `AMERI` - 36 103 1793 - `AMERICA`; with dots after the date and `LIBERTY` - 1793 - `AMERICA`; without dots after the date and `LIBERTY` -