Half cent (United States coin)
The half cent was the smallest denomination of United States coin ever minted. It was first minted in 1793 and last minted in 1857. It was minted with five different designs.
Image: 1851 half cent obv
Image: 1851 half cent rev
Liberty Cap (facing left)
Liberty Cap (facing right)
Coins of the United States dollar
Coins of the United States dollar - aside from those of the earlier Continental currency - were first minted in 1792. New coins have been produced annually and they comprise a significant aspect of the United States currency system. Circulating coins exist in denominations of 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢, and $1.00. Also minted are bullion, including gold, silver and platinum, and commemorative coins. All of these are produced by the United States Mint. The coins are then sold to Federal Reserve Banks which in turn put coins into circulation and withdraw them as demanded by the United States economy.
Image: 1978 dollar obv
Image: 1978 dollar rev
Image: 1976D Type 2 Eisenhower Reverse
Image: American Platinum Eagle 2007 Obv