06/06/2026
1817 Coronet Variety Large Cent - 15 Star Variety - $25
This date is celebrated for producing two varieties, the regular 13-star variety and the rarer one with 15 Stars—one of the most famous die errors in 19th-century numismatics. The obverse shows 15 stars, noticeably closer together. This was a die-engraving error. The engraver punched the stars too close together and, rather than discard the expensive die, added two extra stars to "balance" the design. I meet at the Food Lion in Randleman, NC or can ship if needed.