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1817 Large Cent

If you can find an 1817 large cent offered for the current price of $690 for the more available 13-star variety as opposed to the less available 15-star variety, which is around $3,600 in MS-60, you should probably take the deal on the 13-star variety. While not a rare coin, an uncirculated 1817 is without a doubt an interesting coins because it almost certainly traces its roots back to the famous Randall Hoard.

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