Today, the devaluation of the U.S. Dollar has rendered copper coinage somewhat of a nuisance, where it is common to leave the small denomination coins behind at the checkout counter. Not too long ago, the three denominations of Copper Type Coins were a staple in U.S. commerce. The Large Cent is an attractive collectible celebrating the early days of America, and the half-cent and two-cent pieces are unusual and interesting numismatic pieces to hold in a collection.
