1793 Capped Bust LARGE CENT!

[Patriot Relics]

Hey guys,

After the overwhelming response to my first post I decided re-post with the new identification. Having put the large cent under a magnifier glass, sanity checked it with my wife...it definitely says 1793!!! Here's a few more pics.



Thanks for looking!

 

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[Mach1Pilot]

While it may not be that elusive 1793, ANY Liberty cap is an awesome find.

The condition of that one is excellent - nice work with the cleaning and ID.

 

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[F75PAHUNTER]

LOVE THE LARGE CENTS

 

[Silver Tree Chaser]

That's a beautiful, old coin with lots of detail. It's only my opinion, but I would use a long soak in mineral oil - not olive oil. Olive oil is dark; thus, it will darken your coin as well in the soaking process. I believe that olive oil also has a slight acidic base. Soak it in mineral oil and use the point of a tooth pick to concentrate on those areas were dirt is still bonding to the coin. Your patience will be rewarded. The longer the soak - the easier it is to remove dirt and other contaminants. That's a great coin!

 

[Trezurehunter]

That's a great looking large cent.

 

[The Rebel]

WTG on the Liberty Cap!

 

[Patriot Relics]

Thanks for the cleaning advice Silver Tree- I'll stop using olive oil and switch over to mineral oil.