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Copper cents in the early U.S. have a checkered history. Large cents were hard to handle but they were convenient for small transactions.

Half cents were authorized by the Mint Act of April 2, 1792, were first produced in 1793, but were not popular with the public.

Robert Scot's Flowing Hair half dime design, used in 1794 and 1795, was disparaged by some for his portrayals both of Liberty and the reverse eagle. Perhaps responding to that criticism, Mint Director Henry W. DeSaussure announced a goal of improving the designs of all silver coins.

The 1964 Kennedy half dollar was the last circulating 90% silver half dollar coin produced by the United States Mint. What is it worth?

The 1859 Indian Head cent occupies an intriguing spot in not only the Indian cent series but also the copper coinage of the United States.