1834 Small 8, Large Stars, Medium Letters USA Cent Very Fine (VF-20) $

The first USA cent was produced in 1787, and has been the lowest face-value of physical currency since the half cent was abolished in 1857.

Obverse: Bust of Liberty facing left, with 13 stars around and the date below.
Reverse: Denomination within a wreath, country name around the rim.

Specifications:
Designers and Engravers: Robert Scot, John Reich
Composition: Copper
Weight: 10.89 g
Diameter: 28.5 mm
Edge: Plain
Die Axis: ↑ ↓
Mint: Philadelphia, USA
Mintage: 1,855,100