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The US Large Cent 1824/2 Coronet Head Good is a fascinating piece of American numismatic history that encapsulates the transitional period of the early 19th century. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin is a product of its time, reflecting both the artistic sensibilities and the economic conditions of the United States during that era. The coin carries a unique feature, being a variety known as the "Overdate," where the final digit of the year 1824 was struck over the remnants of the earlier year, 1822. This characteristic adds significant interest for collectors, as it highlights the Mint's practice of reusing dies, a common occurrence when production demands outpaced the availability of new tools.
The design of the 1824/2 Coronet Head is attributed to the engraver John Reich, who was responsible for several coins of this era. The obverse features a right-facing portrait of Liberty, adorned with a classic hairstyle, which is characteristic of the Coronet Head design. The intricate details of Liberty's hair, the flowing curls, and the diadem holding her hair back, are all indicative of the neoclassical influences in American coinage at the time. Surrounding the portrait, the inscription "LIBERTY" is boldly placed, further emphasizing the coin's patriotic theme. The date "1824" is positioned beneath the bust, but the overdate feature makes this coin particularly special, as the remnants of the "2" from the earlier year are subtly visible.