1838 Coronet Head Large Cent AU 50 PCGS Copper Penny Coin SKU:I3066. A genuine 1838 Coronet Head Copper Large Cent Penny Coin, graded and certified AU 50 by PCGS. Struck over 180 years ago, this copper Coronet Head large cent – also called the Matron Head large cent – is 50% larger than today’s cents. It depicts a more serious Liberty, with a diadem inscribed LIBERTY and long hair in a bun held by plain cords. The reverse shows ONE CENT surrounded by a laurel wreath and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The images you see are for the exact item you will receive.