1818 Matron Head Cent. N-10. Rarity-1. MS-64+ BN (PCGS). CAC. Hard, tight, satiny surfaces are seen on both sides of this premium Choice example. Glossy steel-brown patina dominates the appearance, although considerable faded mint orange color remains, especially on the reverse. Well struck with bold to sharp central detail, the peripheries are soft due to an advanced die state. Undoubtedly from the famous Randall Hoard, the source for most Mint State large cents dated 1816 to 1820. The hoard is believed to have contained about 15,000 Uncirculated cents from that five-year period. The 1818 N-10 and 1820 N-13 are the two most plentiful varieties from that hoard, and examples such as the offered coin are popular for high grade type and variety purposes.
