THE OBVERSE
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Denomination1 Cent
Country / EmpireUnited States
Obverse DesignA flying eagle, facing left, with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' above and the date '1856' below. Designed by James B. Longacre, based on Christian Gobrecht's eagle design.
Reverse DesignA wreath of corn, wheat, cotton, and tobacco surrounding the denomination 'ONE CENT'.

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