Coin Update

Of all dates in the Matron Head series, cents of 1839 are the most diverse, and, because of that, likely the most fascinating. The 1839, 9 Over 6, is one of the most interesting overdates in the series. In 1839 a die of 1836 with Plain Hair Cords was overdated with a 9, creating an 1839 cent with Plain Hair Cords — a style that had been discontinued two years earlier. Today, this overdate is … [Read More...]