Wow! What a simple yet striking & lovely design. They don’t make coins like this anymore.
I’ve seen Greek and Egyptian coins from about 230 b.c that had similiar facial characteristics and treatment of the hair. They depicted Alexander the Great. The Greek and Roman classical influence on early American art and design can be seen in this coin.
The greatness of the promise of the young America shines in thier elegant and simple yet solid design...how’s that. lol
Great Classicism/classical look.
I actually find it makes me a little sad to look at it.